Hi Blanche. First of all congrats on the job offer!!!

I'd have to say, though I'd agree with Christina. If you accepted that salary, I wouldn't go back and ask for more now. I'd just try to do my best work possible and hopefully a raise will come sooner rather than later. And, of course, you can keep looking for something better. It's always better to be looking for work while you're already employed.


I was in a similar position once. After grad school I was temping while looking to find something in my field. Since I was so happy to have the offer I probably didn't negotiate as I should. Same sort of thing, I didn't want them to withdraw the offer and give it to someone else. I did get a decent raise after six months there, though, because my boss was impressed with my performance.

Good luck!!