I work at Starbucks and I've been trying to get out of it for a bit because it's becoming unbearable, but that's a tale for another post. the point is I was applying to several new Jobs and internships closer to my major (History and Library/Information sciences) so I can dip my toes in and get some experience. Things like work in Libraries and museums and all around my area.
When I got to the sections asking about wages specifically for the actual jobs I initially lowballed around $13-$16 with the thought to myself “I'm new and have no experience is this too much to ask for?” After realizing what sort of mistake I was making and potentially screwing myself over I asked for a more decent range around $17-$20 something.
All that said Several just never responded, a few called me to set up interviews and claimed my wage and hour requests were flat out ridiculous. I tried to argue about it and pretty much got laughed off the Phone call. Feeling mildly disheartened at the moment.
Though I think it's more due to how I was mentally forced into the box of not wanting to ask for too much so as not to upset our overlords when honestly here I know I'm worth more.