In a surprising turn of events that has captured the attention of the tech community, an intern working at a Bengaluru-based tech company decided to resign from his internship via a WhatsApp chat with his boss. The intern’s bold move was prompted by the successful funding round secured by his AI startup, rendering his internship unnecessary.
The situation came to light when the CEO of Flexiple, the tech company where the intern was working, shared the WhatsApp conversation with the intern on social media.
In the exchange, the intern revealed that he had taken a day off to meet with a venture capitalist for his AI startup, which had just received funding. This development led him to express that he no longer required the internship, stating, “I don’t need the internship anymore.”
The CEO’s post quickly went viral, sparking varied reactions from the online community. While some praised the intern for his entrepreneurial success and wished him well in his new venture, others criticized the abrupt manner of his departure, citing the importance of professionalism and communication skills in the workplace.
This incident has shed light on Bengaluru’s thriving startup ecosystem, further solidifying its reputation as India’s startup capital. The city’s performance in the global tech landscape, as highlighted in the Startup Genome’s Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2024, positions Bengaluru ahead of other major Indian cities like Delhi and Mumbai. With a promising GDP growth rate forecasted until 2035 and a significant presence of unicorns valued at a combined USD 161 billion, Bengaluru aims to elevate itself into the top 10 startup ecosystems globally.
The intern’s bold move not only underscores the vibrancy of Bengaluru’s startup culture but also reflects the city’s ethos of innovation and ambition. As Bengaluru continues to nurture and support entrepreneurial endeavors, stories like these serve as testaments to the city’s position as a leading tech destination on the global stage.
-Rashmi Kumari
