Ask HN: Are Unpaid Internships Unethical?

Re:Ask HN: Are Unpaid Internships Unethical? by prostoalex on Tuesday August 17, 2021 @06:50PM (#28215689)

I started with the industry as an unpaid intern, and few decades down the road appreciate the gamble someone has taken on me.

The critics claim unpaid internships benefit those who are richer (or those whose parents are more patient), but it’s not clear if banning unpaid internships will increase the total number of below-entry-level employment opportunities, as menial tasks do not generate enough revenue to justify paying a wage.

At 21 I’d guess the biggest priority is getting some kind of project on one’s resume.

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Re:Ask HN: Are Unpaid Internships Unethical? by throwaway088 on Tuesday August 17, 2021 @07:21PM (#28215927)

Thanks for the perspective. Exactly like you said, tasks I assign are menial/entry level and make no monetary returns for me, but will be really helpful to the intern.

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