Bengaluru intern quits job after securing funding for AI startup

In a surprising turn of events, an intern in Bengaluru recently resigned from their position after taking a day off for an unexpected reason. Instead of using the time to relax or attend a job interview, the intern met with a venture capitalist, securing funding for their AI startup.

The incident came to light when X (formerly Twitter) user Karthik Sridharan shared a screenshot of the WhatsApp conversation between the intern and their boss. The post quickly gained attention, with many users amused by the bold move.

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The conversation began with the boss inquiring about the intern’s absence. "Hey, what happened to you last Friday? I didn’t see you in office," the boss asked. The intern’s response was anything but ordinary: "Hey, sorry I took a leave because I had a meeting with a VC. My AI startup got funded. I don’t need the internship anymore."

This only happens in Bangalore - pic.twitter.com/KtfB6dhJl5

— Karthik Sridharan (@KarthikS2206)

This only happens in Bangalore - pic.twitter.com/KtfB6dhJl5

— Karthik Sridharan (@KarthikS2206) September 1, 2024

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Sridharan captioned the post, "This only happens in Bangalore," highlighting the city’s reputation as a hub for tech innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.

The post quickly went viral, with users praising the intern’s initiative and expressing admiration for their entrepreneurial success. The incident serves as a testament to Bengaluru's vibrant startup culture, where even interns can pivot to becoming successful entrepreneurs almost overnight.