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A Mumbai founder’s decision to onboard a 64-year-old intern has gone viral online, with many praising the move as a powerful reminder that experience nesver goes out of style
A startup founder from Mumbai is making headlines online after welcoming a 64-year-old intern to his team (Image-Instagram/@joshuasalins)
A Mumbai-based founder has gone viral after sharing that his company recently welcomed a 64-year-old intern to the team. The viral video was shared on Instagram by startup founder Joshua Salins, who introduced viewers to the newest member of his team.
The clip features the 64-year-old interacting with younger employees in the office, sharing insights and engaging in conversations while team members listen attentively.
The video highlighted the impact the veteran professional has had on the organisation. Text displayed on the clip described him as a source of “priceless knowledge” when it comes to building and scaling companies. It also credited him with helping shape the company culture through his years of experience and serving as a motivational figure for employees during challenging periods.
Accompanying the video, Salins expressed his enthusiasm about the decision, writing, “We just got a 64 year old intern in the office and it’s the best decision we’ve made.”
The post quickly gained traction, prompting curiosity from viewers about why someone with decades of experience had joined the company as an intern rather than in a senior advisory role.
One user directly asked, “Why is he an intern?”
Responding to the query, Salins explained that the man chose to continue working because he did not want to spend his time sitting at home after retirement. He wrote: “cause he wanted to keep working and didn’t want to just sit at home. Also he has so much knowledge to give when he can so helps out alot !”
The founder’s explanation struck a chord with many social media users, who praised both the startup and the veteran professional for embracing a unique arrangement that allows experience and enthusiasm to coexist.
The comments section soon filled with reactions. One user wrote, “Knowledge never gets old, it only grows ✨️ isn’t it ?”
Another questioned the designation, saying, “Itna knowledge hai toh consultant banna chahiye…why am intern..??”
A third user praised the initiative, writing, “Wow decision @joshuasalins 👏 a quick insight .You guys just got a buddy kinda experiencester whom you will feel comfy with over a period of time or immediately, vice versa feeling that will bond, make, Create, a win-win , wow, 😊 👏❤️delightful team….Same Page, the Sync-Synergy gungho momento…”
Not everyone agreed with the move. One commenter remarked, “Yes please don’t give any opportunities to young folks. Anyways we have record employment in our nation. Thank you for doing your part!”
Others felt the veteran employee deserved a more senior title. One user commented, “Why just an intern? Given his seniority and experience, he deserves a more respectful designation.”
Another viewer appeared to compare the situation to a popular film and wrote, “You brought the movie to life! One of my all time favourites.”
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