Submission + - Calling Bullshit on Unpaid Internships 1
theodp writes: 'Getting an intern is so hot right now,' writes Stewart Curry. 'It's also bullshit 99% of the time. IrishStu also provides his list of Interning's Big Lies: 1. 'You'll get training.' 2. 'We might hire you after the internship.' 3. 'You get to work with an awesome team.' 4. 'It will look great on your CV.' 5. 'You'll make great contacts.' So, who does it really hurt, Stu? 'Here's who it hurts — interns. You have them working for nothing...Here's who it hurts — people who need a wage in order to survive...Here's who it hurts — companies that want to pay people a decent wage for work they do.' Inside Higher Ed also checks in on The Great Intern Debate.
