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Zoho Clarifies Intern Status Amid Viral Layoff Claims
16 Apr
Summary
- Zoho denies laying off employees, calls post misleading.
- Company states intern program is distinct from employment.
- Over 30% of interns evaluated for full-time roles.
Recent claims of Zoho abruptly terminating hundreds of young employees have been clarified by the company, stating no full-time employees were fired. A senior executive explained that a viral post on social media confused the company's internship program with actual employment, emphasizing that internships are distinct learning engagements without guaranteed full-time roles.
Zoho further elaborated that over 30 percent of its 2026 intern cohort have already received job offers or are undergoing evaluation for them. This is in addition to other freshers hired directly for permanent positions.
The company stated that referring to interns not extended offers as 'laid off' is inaccurate. Exceptional interns are offered absorption, while others complete their internships and are free to seek other employment opportunities. This clarification addresses concerns about how Indian tech companies treat entry-level talent.
