Genuine question here. I am 21 years old with 2 years lab research experience, 2 years as a construction worker, and 2 years as a cashier (been working since 15). I’ve always felt underpaid at a consistent $10/hr across all 3 jobs.
I will be graduating with a masters in biomedical sciences this coming May and have been looking for a job and yet I still can’t find crap that isn’t more than $20/hr and doesn’t require a certificate or specific experience. The certificates take months of classes to get and don’t feel worth it. I don’t understand why I can’t find a job where I can get paid more with a masters than someone with an associates. Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated. I am in Alabama, USA if it matters.