A Qualitative Study of the Strengths and Weaknesses of Internships in the Eyes of Students and Industry Players: Post-Pandemic Student Internship Practice Research

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Abstract

The biggest challenge facing the modern world today is the talent shortage. One of the causes of talent shortages is the mismatch between university graduates and industry needs. Many graduates do not have the skills or knowledge relevant to today's digital civilization. There is a need for cooperation between the government, industry, universities, and the community to create an apprenticeship system in companies that is of high quality and dignity. This study uses a qualitative research method with a phenomenological approach. In this study, researchers reviewed the experiences of 12 vocational students who were undergoing internships at various state-owned and private companies. This study's purpose is to find out their views on the importance of apprenticeship activities and their impact on the creation of quality talent. The results of the analysis in this study show that in complicated economic conditions, then according to the recognition para-intern, place student paying internship apprentice has been a favorite. So that internships are one way to fill the void in the workforce in industries that have experienced a negative impact from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 6th International Conference on Vocational Education Applied Science and Technology (ICVEAST 2023)
PublisherAtlantis Press
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 30 Oct 2023

Keywords

  • the talent shortage
  • internships
  • industries

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