I was contacted through Linkedin about a position as an entry level architect, showed up for an interview 2 days later. I was administered a difficult AutoCAD exercise (emphasis on speed, and necessitating a strong understanding of program mechanics and commands), and presented my portfolio in a 30 minute 1:1 interview with the lead architect of the firm. I did not expect to hear back from them. Two weeks later I was emailed by the other partner of the firm, and had an hour long 1:1 interview which went very well. I was made an offer 2 days later, which I accepted. I came to work for my first day 3 days later, and before i began work, asked if would be able to instead start at the end of the summer, 3 months later. I subsequently asked for a higher salary than was offered, which they turned down my request and bid me farewell. I feel badly about about not being upfront about my needs as an employee, however they handled my indecisiveness with professionalism.
