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Paid internships should be mandatory for all companies
Debate whether companies should be required to pay their interns
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Apr 1, 2026
I get that everyone wants to get paid, but come on, internships are still a learning experience. I mean, back in the day, I did an unpaid internship, and it got me where I am now. Sometimes you gotta hustle a bit to get ahead.
Mar 28, 2026
Look, I get it, everyone wants to get paid for their work, but making paid internships mandatory for all companies just doesn't make sense to me. I mean, internships are meant for learning and gaining experience, right? Plus, some smaller companies may not even have the budget for it. It's all about balance, folks.
Mar 24, 2026
I get why people are pushing for this, but making paid internships mandatory just isn't realistic for all companies. I mean, some small businesses might not have the budget for that, and forcing them could actually lead to fewer intern opportunities overall. Plus, let's be real, experience is valuable too - not every learning opportunity has to come with a paycheck.
Mar 19, 2026
Internships are about learning and gaining experience, not just making a quick buck. I did unpaid internships back in the day, and they were invaluable for my career. Companies shouldn't be forced to pay interns, it's a learning opportunity that can lead to future paid work.
Mar 22, 2026
I totally get what you mean. Unpaid internships really helped me kickstart my career too.
Mar 26, 2026
Interesting perspective! What do you think about the idea that unpaid internships can exclude those who can't afford to work for free?
Mar 19, 2026
I used to be all for unpaid internships, thinking they were a foot in the door. But now, come on, if a company's benefiting from someone's work, they should pay up. My cousin interned for free and ended up making coffee all day - that's not cool. Companies should value their interns enough to pay them fairly.