Bengaluru-based EdTech firm, CareerLabs, is currently under serious allegations of job fraud. Reports indicate that the company allegedly took loans in students’ names by promising lucrative job opportunities, but failed to fulfill its commitments. In response to the alleged scam, affected students have taken to the streets to protest.
Students Enrolled in Courses with Hopes of Job Placements
CareerLabs, known for its education and skill development services, offered various courses promising job placements in reputed companies. Many students enrolled in these programs with high expectations of securing well-paying jobs upon course completion.
Demands for Accountability and Justice
Protesting students demand CareerLabs CEO to offer Rs 4 lakh annual job in the company or cancel loans in their names. The firm asks students to pay Rs 1.50 lakh and penalty for discontinuing the course.
Protests Outside CareerLabs Offices Seek Investigation
As news of the alleged fraud spread, students organized protests outside CareerLabs’ offices, demanding accountability and justice. The protesters are urging authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter and take strict action against those responsible for the alleged job fraud.
AISA Shares Testimonies of Affected Students
The All India Students’ Association (AISA) shared a video of Uzma from Maharashtra, narrating her experience with CareerLabs. She stated that recruiters from the company promised 100% job offers at the end of the internship course. However, after moving to Bangalore to join the program, she realized that the firm provided inadequate training, with students mainly watching YouTube videos through their application. Despite the offer letter outlining detailed course training, no substantial training was given. After the course completion, students were asked to work from home, but as of August 16, which marks one year since the course started, no job offers have been extended.
CareerLabs’ alleged actions sparked outrage among students. They feel deceived and demand accountability and justice. The situation highlights the necessity for strict measures to protect students from fraud in education and job placement. Authorities expects to promptly address the students’ grievances and prevent future incidents.
