A LinkedIn post by an Indian student seeking a job in the UK has gone viral, sparking heated discussions online. The student, who arrived in the UK in 2021 to pursue higher education, made a bold offer to work for free for a month if any company would sponsor her visa. Facing a tight deadline as her Graduate Visa is set to expire in three months, the Leicester-based design engineering graduate shared her frustration after applying for over 300 positions without success.
In her post, she appealed to recruiters, writing, “Hire me for free for one month. If I don’t deliver, fire me on the spot, no questions asked.” She went further, pledging to work 12 hours a day, seven days a week, and forgo weekends or overtime compensation just for the chance to remain in the UK. Her plea struck a nerve, with some LinkedIn users sympathizing with her plight and admiring her determination, while others criticized the extent of her offer.
The post drew criticism on both LinkedIn and Reddit, with some users labeling her approach “desperate” and “unrealistic.” Many commenters expressed concern that her willingness to work for free could set harmful expectations for employers and negatively impact job opportunities for other candidates. Some Reddit users argued that such offers could foster a toxic work environment by pressuring workers to accept unpaid roles just to compete.
Additionally, the student faced racially charged comments from some online users, with terms like “parasite” used to criticize her efforts to stay in the UK. Others, however, voiced support, saying the challenging job market often drives graduates to extreme measures, especially for those requiring visa sponsorship.
The post highlights ongoing debates about immigration policies, fair labor practices, and the pressures facing international students seeking stable careers abroad. For now, the student’s LinkedIn appeal stands as her “final chance” to secure a long-term future in the UK as she awaits potential responses from recruiters.
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