A Mumbai startup has attracted widespread attention after bringing a 64-year-old professional on board as an intern, a decision the company’s founder says has delivered unexpected benefits to the workplace. The story gained traction after entrepreneur Joshua Salins shared a video on Instagram introducing the senior intern to his team.
The clip shows the veteran professional interacting with younger employees and sharing lessons drawn from decades of experience in business and organisational growth. Text featured in the video describes him as a source of “priceless knowledge of building and scaling companies,” while also highlighting his role in “shaping culture within the organisation out of experience” and providing a “free boost of motivation when the team feels low.”
Explaining the appointment, Salins wrote, “We just got a 64-year-old intern in the office and it’s the best decision we’ve made.”
The unconventional role prompted online questions about why someone with extensive professional experience would choose an internship. Responding to comments, the founder explained that the individual wanted to remain active in the workforce and continue contributing rather than stepping away from professional life. He added that the senior intern was keen to mentor younger colleagues and share practical insights accumulated over the years.
The video has been widely praised on social media, with many users describing it as a positive example of age diversity and knowledge-sharing in modern workplaces.
