Salary compass
See your future salary with IDA’s salary calculator
You know your calculations. But do you know the most important one? Try IDA Students Salary Compass and see what you can expect as a graduate in terms of salary and benefits.
See your future salary on the private job market with our calculator
You are probably curious about what your future salary will be when you look at jobs.
The Salary Compass is the ideal tool to get an answer to this question. Unlike IDA’s salary calculator, which is based on the salary level of those who are already employed, the Salary Compass is a forecasting tool. This means that you will get an insight into the future salary level on the private job market when you have completed your education.
By entering relevant information such as your education, desired industry and geographical location, you can get a realistic estimate of what you can expect to earn as a recent graduate in the private sector.
The salary calculator gives you a percentage distribution of average starting salary as well as a detailed overview of benefits, unemployment, salary packages and other elements, so you can get an idea of how your salary will develop during your career. It can be significant for your future career choices and planning your financial foundation. When you need to negotiate salary, you can use the Salary Compass to set a realistic and well-founded framework for the negotiation.
NOTE: This tool is only based on data from the private job market, as different rules apply to the public job market.
If you want to learn more about the difference, watch our advice videos about Forms of employment.
How do I use the Salary Compass?
Fill in the various fields and see what you can expect to earn as a recent graduate. Your future salary will vary depending on which education you have, when you expect to finish, where you expect to work in the country and which industry you would like to work in.
The result is a calculated salary in the private sector for a profile with the characteristics you have chosen in the salary calculator. Try different values and see what your expected starting salary is if, for example, you change geography or industry.
Learn more about your rights in the labor market
When you are entering the job market – whether in the private or public sector – it is important to know your rights.
IDA not only offers tools to calculate your salary, but also resources and advice on your rights as an employee.
From contract negotiations to well-being and skills development, IDA is ready to help you navigate your first employment and the challenges that may arise along the way. By being well informed about your rights, you can ensure that you get the best start to your career.
Learn more about your rights at work
Prepare for an upcoming salary interview
Good preparation is the key to a successful salary interview.
IDA is ready to help you with guidance. No better place to start then our theme section about your first salary negotiation.
Prepare for the job market
Are you on the brink of graduation and transitioning to working life? Then a world of job opportunities opens up for you now. It may be a good idea to take some time to explore what you can and want to do, learn more about what you can prepare for and use IDA to learn about employment contracts, competence clarification or anything else you might be unsure and doubtful about.
Do you have questions or need further assistance? Do not hesitate to contact IDA. We are here to support you on your journey from education to work.
