Cornell University is investigating an Ivy League student over allegations related to an internship rejection involving a Jewish-owned startup. According to reports, the student, identified as Austin Franco, allegedly declined or discouraged consideration for an internship with a Jewish-owned company and used a remark described as “not working for a Jew.” Multiple outlets report that the incident came to Cornell’s attention and prompted an internal review.
The allegations focus on whether the student’s comments or actions reflect antisemitic bias. The reports characterize Cornell’s response as an investigation rather than a finding of wrongdoing, and they do not provide final results or disciplinary outcomes. Details about the broader circumstances—such as the context of the message, whether the statement was made publicly or privately, and any additional evidence—are not fully specified in the provided summaries.
As of now, the university’s inquiry is ongoing, and the student has not been publicly described in the reports as having admitted wrongdoing. The investigation’s purpose is to determine what occurred and whether any university policies were violated.
