College student works for Zepto after classes to earn extra money, giving reality check of 'paid internships'

Home ViralCollege student works for Zepto after classes to earn extra wealth, giving reality check of paid internships College student works for Zepto after classes to earn extra cash, giving reality check of ‘paid internships’

A college student works part-time with Zepto, giving a reality check on 'paid internships.'

Published: January 15, 2026 6:03 PM IST By Saanchi Gupta | Edited by Saanchi Gupta Follow Us Representational Image

Viral news: When it becomes severely difficult for college passouts to find paid internships, a story is grabbing all the attention as it highlights responsibility. The story is going viral as it reflects the current state of the job industry. Swapnil Kommawar shared the post on X (formerly Twitter). Many people have resonated with the story, as Kommawar shared the reality of the job market in finding paid internships. He remarked that after talking to his friend’s younger brother, he realised that finding a paid internship is so difficult these days, as a result of which, he chose to work part-time and support his family’s financial condition. You can read the viral post here.

Also Read: Internet gets goosebumps as boyfriend runs 26 km on girlfriend’s birthday | Watch viral video

Paid internships are difficult to find

In the post, Swapnil shared an interaction with his friend’s younger brother. He remarked that the younger brother of his friend is pursuing a degree and works part-time at Zepto for delivery work. The reason shared by Swapnil has shocked the internet. The friend’s brother told him that finding internships these days is easy, but finding paid internships is not. As a result, he had to work with Zepto on a part-time basis to support the financial condition of his family. The story highlights the young man’s responsibilities and duties, which serve as a major lesson.

The post read, “I met my friend’s younger brother. He is doing his degree. After college, he works part-time in Zepto. Carrying bags. Delivering orders. Earning pocket wealth. I asked him, Why not do an internship? He smiled and noted, Internships are easy to find. But paid internships? Very hard. So he chose part-time work by understanding family conditions. At least wealth comes in. At least he is not sitting idle. Not a massive job.Not a large salary. But a giant lesson!”

Add India.com as a Preferred Source

Viral X post

I met my friend’s younger brother.
He is doing his degree.

After college, he works part-time in Zepto. Carrying bags. Delivering orders. Earning pocket wealth.

I asked him, Why not do an internship?

He smiled and noted, Internships are easy to find. But paid internships?
Very…

— Swapnil Kommawar (@KommawarSwapnil) January 14, 2026

How is social media reacting?

The social media users have shared their takes on the post. One user commented, “This is actually a very great approach which is practiced in western education systems. By doing jobs during studies, kids learn a lot about finances, communication and overall leadership”, and another wrote, “Good thought and impressive sense of responsibility. However, odd jobs won’t bring in the required skills to boost academic learning.”

About the Author

Saanchi Gupta

Saanchi Gupta is a trainee journalist at India.com English Desk. She has been overseeing all matters related to National, Entertainment & Viral for the website. With a diverse academic background, ... Read More

Also Read:

Internet gets goosebumps as boyfriend runs 26 km on girlfriend's birthday | Watch viral video

2 Delhi-based founders gift brand novel SUV to their first-ever employee for his loyalty, emotional moment captured on video, wins hearts

81-year-old YouTuber granny plays Minecraft to collect capital for little grandson's cancer treatment, watch video

For breaking updates and live news updates, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Read more on Latest Viral News on India.com.

Topics

viralcollege studentpaid internshipviral newsZepto

More Stories

Read more