Anonymous
What happened
YBI Foundation markets free or low-cost remote internships in AI, data science, and analytics with new batches starting frequently (sometimes weekly). Placement officers and students have flagged emails asking for registration fees (as low as ₹49), unclear mentor infrastructure, performance-based stipends with little accountability, and heavy certificate posting on LinkedIn. While the organization is registered and active, critics argue the model prioritizes volume and social proof over substantive mentorship.
Why it seemed suspicious
Frequent intakes, fee requests, ambiguous payout structure, bulk outreach to students, and warnings from educators about verifying credentials before paying or sharing data.
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