A viral social media post by user @thepoonam0914 has brought attention to an internship offer that allegedly required candidates to pay an enrolment fee of ₹1,594 before they could start. The post, which includes screenshots of the offer, sarcastically states, 'Internship mil gyi guys 🙂 But phle company ko pocket money chahiye...😭'. The internship promised a monthly salary of ₹23,500, which included a basic pay of ₹22,500 and an internet allowance of ₹500. However, the controversial clause demanding the fee drew widespread criticism online, with many users labeling it a scam targeting students eager for work experience. Several comments echoed similar experiences, with users warning others to stay away from such offers, asserting that genuine companies do not require payment for internships. One user noted that these practices seem to have evolved into a business model exploiting students' desperation. As the discussion gained traction, it highlighted the need for vigilance among job seekers to avoid falling victim to such schemes.