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IIT Graduate Seeks Job, Shelter After Being Kicked Out By Dad; Plea Goes Viral
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News18•03-10-2026, 16:47
IIT Graduate Seeks Job, Shelter After Being Kicked Out By Dad; Plea Goes Viral
- •An IIT graduate posted online seeking immediate employment and temporary accommodation after claiming their father kicked them out, leaving them with limited cash.
- •The individual, with a dual degree in Mechanical Engineering and a specialization in Manufacturing Science & Engineering, is open to a wide range of roles including engineering, analyst, operations, and technical writing.
- •Their expertise includes manufacturing, operations, industrial engineering, data analytics, CAD, CAE, FEA, and they are currently learning Python, Pandas, and SQL.
- •The graduate emphasized that finding an immediate source of income is the priority, stating, ‘I am NOT looking for a dream job right now. I need a foot in the door.’
- •The viral post sparked discussions among Reddit users about employment challenges faced by highly qualified graduates, with some offering direct help and advice.
Key Questions Answered
The individual graduated with a dual degree in Mechanical Engineering and a specialisation in Manufacturing Science & Engineering.
The graduate specifically mentioned Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Visakhapatnam, Chennai, and Pune, but is open to opportunities anywhere in India.
Their expertise includes manufacturing, operations, industrial engineering, data and business analytics, CAD, CAE, FEA, research, and technical writing, alongside learning Python, Pandas, and SQL.
