A hiring announcement claiming that IIT students were being offered a two-month internship with a staggering gross CTC of Rs 67 lakh has gone viral on Reddit and X. The post has triggered widespread debate among users, with many questioning the authenticity of the figure and speculating about the company behind the offer.Screenshot Circulates WidelyThe screenshot, which has been extensively shared on Reddit’s r/Btechtards forum and X, promotes a quant internship based in Gurgaon. It has garnered thousands of views, reactions, and comments, drawing significant attention from students and professionals alike.— 0xansh_ (@0xansh_) The post highlights details of a Quantitative Strategist internship aimed at pre-final year students. According to the post:Stipend: Rs 30,00,000 per monthGross Internship CTC (2 months): Rs 67,00,000Location: Gurgaon, HaryanaEligibility: Students from B.S-MS (Math & Computing), B.Tech, and related streams (including CSE, EE, DSAI, ECE)CGPA Requirement: 8.5 and aboveSpeculation Around the EmployerAlthough the original image does not clearly mention the company’s name, several users suggested that the opportunity might be associated with Quadeye, a Gurgaon-based quantitative trading firm known for hiring from top engineering colleges.Clues From Job ListingsThe conversation gained further momentum after some users highlighted Quadeye’s official careers page, which currently features an "intern - quant strategist" role in Gurgaon. As per the listing, interns are involved in analysing market data, developing trading strategies, and carrying out quantitative research while working closely with experienced traders and researchers.Disclaimer: This article is based on a user-generated post on X. ET.com has not independently verified the claims made in the post and does not vouch for their accuracy. The views expressed are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of ET.com. Reader discretion is advised.
Rs 67 lakh stipend for 2 months? IIT internship post goes viral, leaves internet in disbelief
A viral hiring announcement claims IIT students received a Rs 67 lakh internship offer. This offer is for a two-month quantitative strategist internship in Gurgaon. The post has sparked widespread debate and speculation online among users. Many users suggest the opportunity might be with the firm Quadeye. The firm's careers page lists a similar intern role, adding to the discussion.






