AI techie joins MNC, says he has been given no work at all. Internet warns him — 'It's good until it isn't'

A newly hired artificial intelligence techie at a multinational company has sparked an online debate after claiming he has not been assigned any meaningful work since joining, despite repeatedly notifying his manager that he is free and ready to contribute. In a post on Reddit, the employee described his situation, stating that he had recently started as an AI developer at an MNC but was still waiting for his first assignment.

The developer had met with his manager and discussed his technical experience, attending team update calls, but had not received any tasks. He questioned whether he should proactively reach out to teammates about existing projects or simply wait for work. Online, the dominant advice was to actively seek work from managers, as waiting would likely lead to being laid off.

The original poster acknowledged he had spoken to his manager multiple times and planned to wait a few more days. Another user echoed the advice to "never wait, just go ask," adding to study in free time. The developer confirmed he was utilizing his idle time by revising and learning new skills. The thread resonated with professionals who shared similar experiences, with one person recalling spending eight months at a company assigned only minor tasks while being encouraged to study.

Not everyone viewed the situation as problematic, though, as some argued that drawing a salary while waiting for work could be beneficial. The developer concluded the post by acknowledging the uncertainty of the situation, writing, "It's good until it isn't."