Zoho Corporation has responded to claims that it laid off around 300 employees, clarifying that the situation arose from a misunderstanding related to its internship program, not from the termination of full-time staff.
What happened
A post on Blind alleged that Zoho abruptly laid off hundreds of trainees, which quickly gained traction online. This contradicted Zoho’s reputation for avoiding layoffs. Zoho has denied these claims, stating that no full-time employees were impacted.
How many employees affected
Zoho has stated that no full-time employees were laid off. The claims originated from interns not being offered full-time positions. More than 30% of Zoho's 2026 intern cohort have already received job offers or are being evaluated for full-time roles.
Why layoffs happened
The company clarified that its internship program is structured as a learning opportunity and does not guarantee permanent employment. Zoho stated that describing interns who were not offered full-time roles as “laid off” is inaccurate.
Company background
Zoho Corporation has positioned itself as a company that avoids layoffs, even during economic uncertainty. The company has maintained this stance throughout its three-decade history.
Industry impact
The initial claims gained traction due to Zoho's long-standing reputation for avoiding layoffs, even amidst the wave of AI-led restructuring across the tech industry.
What's next
Zoho will continue its internship program, with some interns receiving full-time job offers and others completing their internships as planned. The company aims to maintain its no-layoff policy for full-time employees.
Source: storyboard18.com