A college intern recently shared his experience on Reddit, revealing that he was terminated from his internship after requesting time to eat before a Sunday meeting. The intern, who had been working extra hours and taking on additional responsibilities without complaints, felt that his request was met with an unreasonable response from his employer. He described how startups often promote a culture of 'family' while expecting 24/7 availability from interns, leading to burnout and unrealistic demands. The situation escalated after he expressed his need for a meal, resulting in immediate removal from the company without a formal discussion. The post resonated with many Reddit users, who criticized the treatment of interns and the pressure to remain constantly available. Commenters highlighted the exploitative nature of such work environments and suggested that the intern might have dodged a bullet by losing the position. The incident has sparked a wider conversation about the expectations placed on young workers in the startup culture.