Work Experience Research Articles

A Systematic Review of Occupational Health and Safety in Mining Sector in Pakistan

The mining sector in Pakistan is regarded as a hazardous occupation due to its dangerous nature and workingenvironment, which frequently results in deadly accidents. This study is aimed to conduct a systematic review of theexisting studies on occupational safety and health in the mining sector of Pakistan. For this systematic review, Web ofScience, PubMed, Science Direct, Science Hub, and Google Scholar were consulted to search data. Followingkeywords were used related to occupational health and safety in mining: occupational health and safety (OH&S),mining safety measures, mining health issues, and mining safety culture in Pakistan's mining industry. The result of themeta-analysis shows that OH&S is a major concern in the mining sector. Natural factors, including roof falls, gases anddust, and explosions, as well as human factors such as lack of training, ignorance of safety measures, lack ofknowledge, outdated mining methods, and neglect of safety equipment (helmets, goggles, safety gloves, and masks),have led to accidents and casualties. Demographic factors such as age and personal factors like work experience andduration of job are also major causes of mining accidents that lead to fatalities and injuries. The government,stakeholders, and miners themselves have not been able to take serious initiatives to ensure safety. This studyconcluded that mining conditions are hazardous throughout the country. Workers lives are in danger. Improvements insafety measures not only protect workers lives but also decrease mining accidents, and lead to increased production

Data Quality and Legal Barriers to Linking US Government Social Program Data

To link social program data, such as employment, welfare, education, and human services data, a set of high-quality variables or fields are needed to facilitate rigorous linkage. The siloed nature of data collection in the US leads to a lack of consistency in the data that agencies collect. The data that one needs to make high quality linkages are often exactly those that government agencies are unwilling and unable to collect, or those that have poor quality. This has significant implications for privacy-protecting record-linkage and other techniques whereby privacy and confidentiality can be appropriately addressed. There are some obvious examples. For example, in the US, many agencies are unlikely to collect or share Social Security Number because of privacy concerns. A different type of example many agencies collect race or ethnicity poorly, so that the data is not consistent over time or simply inaccurate at the point of collection. Some programs may only collect age or month and year of birthdate. This presentation will discuss strategies to address these barriers short of changing agency practice around data sharing. It will also address how policies are a barrier to better linkage and data use. Also, how the proposed National Secure Data Service may affect state capacity to conduct linkage will also be discussed. This presentation is based on 40 years of experience working with the US federal government, states, and local agencies.

Unravelling the Nexus: Exploring the Impact of Corruption and Personality Traits Among Public Servants in Putrajaya on Malaysian Governance

Objective: With an emphasis on governance and the effects of organizational culture, ethical education, and work experience, the study explores the connection between personality qualities and corruption among public workers in Putrajaya, Malaysia. The inspiration behind this study stems from the pervasive and ongoing problem of corruption among Malaysian public servants, in the Putrajaya. The study investigates the intricate relationship between personality traits and organizational dynamics, focusing on their impact on corruption and governance. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing corruption in the public sector, crucial for developing effective anti-corruption strategies. This research provides a comprehensive analysis of the correlation between personality traits, ethical education, organizational culture, work experience, and corruption among public servants in Putrajaya. The study utilized a quantitative methodology, using online surveys via Google Forms, with 230 respondents completing usable questionnaires. This study employed random sampling methods to select participants and applied statistical analysis using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software Version 26. The study reveals that personality traits, ethical education, and organizational culture significantly influence corruption among public servants. It highlights the need for targeted strategies to enhance governance and reduce corruption. The findings underscore the importance of ethics education and the unexpected positive correlation between corruption and governance. These insights have the potential to inform the development of tailored public administration policies that consider individual differences and prioritize ethical competence to enhance governance and combat corruption effectively. Based on the findings, the study suggests enhancing ethical education and revising organizational policies to effectively combat corruption, which could significantly impact policymaking by prioritizing ethical integrity for improved governance and reduced corruption in public service.

Optimising Processes in a Severe Burn Intensive Care Unit through the Implementation of a Digital Management System

The treatment of severely burned patients is demanding and necessitates specialised centres capable of providing adequate therapy over several months. The establishment of digital management systems in intensive care units signifies a substantial advancement in modern healthcare. Introducing such a system in a specialised intensive care unit for severe burn patients presents opportunities for optimisation but also potential obstacles. This study aims to provide insights into the perception of change from the perspective of staff and discuss the implementation of digital systems in the field of intensive care medicine. After a selective sample was established, the impacts of the digital management system were examined across various categories. The data collected through a questionnaire and brief interviews were evaluated in terms of average values within each category, with interpretations taking into account characteristics such as professional group and work experience. Overall, the digital management system is considered suitable for use in the intensive care unit for severe burn patients by both medical and nursing staff. The continuous monitoring of vital parameters and the reduction of errors in medication administration are highlighted as positive aspects. However, negative points include the inferior documentation of burn wounds and specialised documentation for burn patients. In due consideration of various factors such as experience, team size, and patient clientele, which impact the usability of the program, some aspects in need of improvement were identified. In summary, however, it can be said that there was a positive and favourable consensus regarding the introduction of such a system in the intensive care unit. Additionally, it can be concluded that the system is described as significantly more effective for a general surgical intensive care unit than for a specialised intensive care unit, e. g. an intensive care unit for severe burn patients.

Staff Perceptions of Mental Health Relapse Prevention Support in a Specialist Mental Health Service in an Intellectual Disability Setting

ABSTRACTBackgroundThe present study investigated staff perspectives on supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities with mental health relapse prevention.MethodsEight staff with experience working with or supporting individuals engaged with a specialist mental health in intellectual disability (MHID) service (team member = 2, management roles = 2, nursing/social care = 4; average years' experience = 16 years, SD = 13.7) completed semi‐structured interviews and thematic analysis was conducted on the resulting data.FindingsParticipants held mostly positive views of MHID supports and described being actively involved in individualised and person‐centred mental health supports. There was variation in awareness and recognition of relapse prevention between MHID and other (frontline) staff. Although frontline staff generally did not express explicit knowledge of relapse prevention, there was implicit staff awareness surrounding ongoing mental health supports, managing risk and coping strategies. Frontline staff also reported a lack of knowledge of the discharge process from the MHID service. Staff questioned the nature of discharge in mental health intellectual disability supports.ConclusionThis study identifies a gap in frontline staff's explicit knowledge of mental health relapse prevention, while also highlighting the importance of ongoing mental health support for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Korean transgender and nonbinary workers' development of critical consciousness through interpersonal relationships at work: A grounded theory.

Research on the experiences of transgender and nonbinary (TNB) individuals in counseling psychology is expanding, but studies focusing on their work experiences remain limited and primarily address workplace discrimination. This study aimed to develop a grounded theory on Korean TNB workers' interpersonal experiences at work, exploring not only their challenges but also their growth through workplace relationships. Using constructivist grounded theory methodology, the authors interviewed 16 Korean TNB workers from diverse professions and industries. The resulting theory demonstrates how TNB workers develop critical consciousness of gender, self, and society through significant changes in workplace social interactions and status. This heightened awareness enables TNB workers to balance their authentic selves with others' expectations and to engage in social advocacy. The study concludes with implications for strength-based counseling practices, advocacy needs, and directions for future research. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

The correlation between job stress, burnout, and cognitive performance in Iranian firefighters: A cross-sectional study.

Appropriate cognitive performance is vital for a firefighter, but many occupational factors can negatively affect it. This study assessed the correlation between job stress, burnout, and cognitive performance in firefighters. This descriptive-correlational study was conducted in three fire stations in Iran in 2023 with 61 participants, including 34 firefighters in the exposed group and 27 office workers in the control group. After ensuring the confidentiality of the obtained information and completing the demographic information checklist, Job stress and burnout levels were measured using standardized questionnaires, and cognitive functions were assessed using two computerized tests: Stroop and continuous performance. The mean age and work experience of firefighters were 33.29±9.44 and 10.42±3.51 years, respectively. The firefighters' job stress and burnout levels were, on average, 163.12±9.18 and 88.89±4.28, respectively, significantly higher than those of the control group (P < 0.05). The results of the Pearson correlation test revealed a strong correlation (r = 0.719) between job stress and burnout. Pearson correlation coefficient (r = -0.512-0.757), yielded from psychological tests, demonstrated that firefighters' job stress and burnout had moderate to strong associations with certain indicators of Stroop and continuous performance tests. According to the obtained results, it is recommended to take fundamental measures to reduce occupational stress and burnout of firefighters as a factor affecting cognitive performance.

A 2-Day Postpartum CBT-Based Training for Nurses.

Public health nurses (PHNs) are often a first point of contact for postpartum individuals seeking mental health support, but report limited training related to mental health. To determine whether a two-day cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-based training program focused on postpartum maternal mental health can improve PHN perceptions of their ability to deliver CBT techniques, their confidence working with distressed clients, and with managing client resistance to treatment recommendations. A convenience sample of 45 PHNs working in the Family Health Division of Niagara Region Public Health in Ontario, Canada were assessed before and after they received a two-day CBT-based training program. Before attending training, PHNs reported their current professional position, years of experience working in public health, and any previous mental health training. Their confidence in delivering CBT techniques, working with distressed clients, and with managing client resistance to treatment recommendations was assessed pre- and post-training. Participants also rated their satisfaction with the training. Statistically significant improvements were seen in confidence using CBT techniques, and in supporting and managing distressed or resistant clients. The two-day training was highly rated overall by participants. Medium to large effect sizes were found for changes in confidence-related questions. Providing PHNs with brief CBT-based mental health-related training can increase their confidence in this aspect of their practice, and could potentially improve the quality of care they provide.

Experiences of Male Indonesian Migrant Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic to Post-Pandemic Period in Taiwan: A Phenomenological Study.

The challenges faced by male migrant workers during the pandemic have not been fully understood. This study aimed to explore the experiences of male Indonesian migrant workers during the COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan. This study used an interpretive phenomenological design. Twenty male Indonesian migrant workers in southern Taiwan were individually interviewed. Data were analyzed using reflective thematic analysis. The migrant workers had conflicting emotions during the pandemic, faced challenges during self-quarantine, lived on board ships, and experienced restrictions on social and religious activities. The workers prioritized maintaining their health to ensure that they would not be easily infected while working. COVID-19 vaccines were made available to migrant workers in Taiwan. The workers had many hopes that they would achieve a better and more prosperous life by working in Taiwan than in their home country. Although the 3-year COVID-19 period was difficult for Indonesian migrant workers in Taiwan, Taiwan's policies provided hope for them to endure the pandemic. The results have implications for Taiwan's health care system, labor development, and transcultural health care.

The Perception and Attitude of Government Official on the Bilateral between Lao-China Initiatives under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Case Study: Vientiane Capital

The purpose of this study was to examine the level of perception and attitude of government officials on the bilateral between Lao-China Initiative under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). There are two methods of the study: the qualitative and methodology. The sample of this study comprised of government officials from 18 ministries with a total of 273 people. From querying the questionnaire, statistics analyze the data. The descriptive statistics include frequency, percentages, standard deviations, and binomial statistics to test the independent samples t -test, the One-way ANOVA. The results of this study show about knowledge and cooperation that are generally acknowledged and with perception on the attitude of the bilateral between Lao-China Initiative under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) about economic, trade and investment, social and economic, and issues and obstacles that are generally agreed upon. In addition, different individual factors, including age, level of education, the school, the experience of working, positions, and ministries (separate areas), will have different levels of perception of on the bilateral between Lao-China Initiative under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Different, individual factors include having graduated from within the country and having the experience of working at different levels with different attitudes on the bilateral between Lao-China Initiative under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) with a statistical significance of 5 percentage.

Evaluation of Personal Protective Equipment Usage Among Construction Workers in Erbil City, Iraq.

Background and aim The construction industry is a high-risk environment where the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for worker safety. Despite the clear benefits of PPE, compliance rates among construction workers are often suboptimal. In response to these concerns, this study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes regarding PPE usage among construction workers in Erbil City, Iraq. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted from December 15, 2022, to June 15, 2023, among construction workers in Erbil. Convenience sampling was used to collect data through a self-structured questionnaire. The questionnaire collected demographic information, as well as responses to a 15-item Knowledge Questionnaire and an 8-item Attitude Questionnaire. Statistical analysis was performed using IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, Version 28 (Released 2021; IBM Corp., Armonk, New York). Frequency and percentage were used to describe qualitative variables, while mean and standard deviation were calculated for quantitative variables. Parametric tests such as the independent sample t-test and ANOVA were used, along with multinomial logistic regression, to assess the relationships between knowledge, attitude, and various demographic factors. Results A total of 280 workers participated in the study. The mean knowledge score was 13.56 ± 1.17, indicating a good level of knowledge, while the mean attitude score was 6.86 ± 1.11, reflecting a fair attitude towardPPE usage. A significant majority of the participants, 97.9% (274), were categorized as having good knowledge, while 68.2% (191) exhibited a fair attitude towards PPE usage. The analysis showed that demographic factors such as age, marital status, working hours, work experience, and employment type did not significantly affect knowledge or attitude, with all odds ratios (ORs) near 1 and P-values above 0.05. Conclusion The findings indicate that construction workers in Erbil generally have good knowledge but only a fair attitude toward PPE usage. These results suggest that healthcare providers and policymakers should implement targeted educational interventions to improve workers' attitudes towardPPE, aiming to boost compliance and enhance workplace safety. Additionally, these interventions should address practical barriers to PPE usage, such as discomfort or lack of accessibility. By fostering more positive attitudes and ensuring the availability of necessary resources, overall safety in the construction industry can be significantly improved.

Accounting issues in Calculating Taxes on Corporate Entities revenue of Entrepreneurs in Luang Prabang Municipality, Luang Prabang Province

In this study, the research team studied the accounting issues in calculating tax on corporate entities’ revenue of entrepreneurs in Luang Prabang Municipality, Luang Prabang Province. The purposes are to study the level of accounting problems in calculating the corporate income tax of entrepreneurs. To compare the level of accounting problems in calculating the corporate income tax of entrepreneurs by individual factors, the population used in the research was the accounting staff or entrepreneurs who calculated the corporate income tax of the business entities registered with the enterprises, a simple number of randoms 254 totally. The statistics used in the data analysis included descriptive and parameter reference statistics with the following values: frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, one-way ANOVA test, and paired test by LSD method. The results of the research were as follows: 1) The level of accounting problems in calculating the corporate income tax of business entities is as follows: Overall, it is at a moderate level which analyzed each aspect is sorted from large to small: the calculation of the depreciation of property prices in several levels, the improvement of accounting expenses tax is at a moderate level and the improvement of accounting income to a tax at a moderate level. ( 2 ) Comparison of the level of accounting problems in calculating the corporate income tax of entrepreneurs by classification according to personal factors such as classified by level of education found entrepreneurs there are different levels of education in accounting problems in calculating the corporate income tax varies two aspects are to improve the accounting expenses to be tax and to improve the accounting income to be tax and to classify according to the work experience of the entrepreneur found entrepreneurs with different work experience there are accounting problems in calculating the corporate income tax varies two aspects are the adjustment of accounting expenses to tax and the calculation of the depreciation of property prices.

Exploring Efficacy Sources of In-Service Teachers in Myanmar: A Qualitative Study

Numerous studies have demonstrated the significance of teacher self-efficacy and highlighted its strong association with benefits not only for teachers (performance, well-being) but also for students (achievement, motivation). The study is an attempt to explore self-efficacy sources of in-service teachers. To achieve this aim, 8 in-service teachers with different positions in a school in Min Bu, Myanmar were recruited to conduct an interview. Interview guide was developed based on the literature related to sources of self-efficacy. The collected interview data was analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings denote that good teaching experience, ideal teachers, life experiences, motivation to become a teacher, positive feelings about being a teacher, principal’s lead, professional development activities, received feedback on their teaching, and work experience act as sources of their self-efficacy.

Analisis Gambaran Durasi Kerja dan Masa Kerja dengan Kelelahan Kerja pada Driver Perusahaan Distributor Gas di Gresik

Fatigue can be caused by personal stress factors. Based on observations and interviews, it is known that 5 drivers at the Gas Distributor Company in Gresik experienced work fatigue. The drivers complained that working hours that exceeded capacity limits and the pressure to continue making deliveries caused fatigue and increased turnover rates in the company. This study aims to analyze the description of work duration and work period with work fatigue in drivers of the Gas Distributor Company in Gresik. This study uses a quantitative descriptive method. The number of samples in this study was determined by a total sampling of 30 drivers. The method of obtaining research data was carried out by filling out a questionnaire. Based on the results of the analysis of the description of work period with work fatigue, 21 people with a work period of ≥5 years were obtained 5 people had high work fatigue and 4 people had very high work fatigue and 21 people &lt;5 years were obtained 20 people had high work fatigue and 1 person had very high work fatigue. Analysis of the description of work duration with work fatigue showed that 6 people who worked &lt;8 hours were obtained 3 people had high work fatigue and 3 people had very high work fatigue. Then from 24 people who worked ≥8 hours, 22 people had high work fatigue and 2 people had very high work fatigue. Based on the results of the work period analysis, most drivers worked &lt;5 years as many as 20 drivers and in the results of the work duration analysis, most drivers worked ≥8 hours as many as 22 drivers.

Violent encounters on the front line: Sequential explanatory mixed-methods investigation of physical violence factors in the prehospital setting

ObjectiveWorkplace violence (WPV) is an important issue in prehospital care, especially for emergency medical technicians ( EMTs) who are at increased risk of physical violence due to the nature of their work. This study aimed to shed light on the specific factors that contribute to the underlying causes of physical WPV in the prehospital context through direct experience and insight into the work of EMTs.MethodsSequential explanatory mixed methods were applied in five western provinces of Iran from 2022 to 2023. In total, 358 EMTs that met the criteria for the quantitative phase were selected using a multi-stage clustering method. In the quantitative phase, the researchers used a questionnaire on workplace violence in the healthcare sector. Based on the results of the quantitative phase, 21 technicians who had experienced physical violence in the past 12 months were invited for in-depth interviews in the qualitative phase.ResultsThe average age of the EMTs was 33.96 ± 6.86 years, with an average work experience of 10.57 ± 6.80 years. More than half (53.6%) of the staff worked 24-hour shifts. In addition, most EMTs were located in urban bases (50.3%), and 78 (21.8%) reported having experienced physical violence. No significant correlations were found between the demographic characteristics of the technicians and the frequency of physical violence, except base location in the last 6 months. The qualitative study also created one theme (the complexity of WPV in the prehospital setting), four categories, and ten subcategories.ConclusionThe study’s results emphasize the need for comprehensive WPV factors in the prehospital setting. These factors can lead to identifying and improving strategies such as organizational support, improving communication and collaboration between responders, and training in de-escalation techniques. In addition, it is crucial to address the root causes of WPV such as poverty and lack of education in the community to create a safer and more supportive environment for patients and staff.

Analysis of influencing factors of risk perception among emergency nurses in China: An observational study.

To understand the current saturation of emergency nurses' risk perception and its influencing factors, and to explore the correlation between emergency nurses' risk perception and nurse's safety behavior. This study is a cross-sectional study. From January 2024 to February 2024 using the questionnaire star online survey method. The convenience sampling method was used to survey nurses in the emergency departments of 5 hospitals in China. Male and female emergency nurses (n = 189) from China were included in the final sample. Nursing risk perception questionnaire and nurses safety behavior scale were used for evaluation. The collected data were comprehensively analyzed using various statistical methods, including descriptive analysis, 2 independent samples t-test mean comparison, 1-way analysis of variance for differences, multiple linear regression analysis to identify influencing factors, and Pearson correlation analyze correlations. All analyses were performed using SPSS version 26.0, and P < .05 was considered statistically significant (2-sided). The emergency nurses score was (87.08 ± 20.18) on the risk perception scale, scoring rate 62.2%. The results of multiple regression showed that age, marital status, education level, professional title, monthly income level, and safety behaviors were the main factors influencing the risk perception of emergency nurses (P < .05). The results of correlation analysis showed a positive correlation between the dimensions of nurses' risk perception and safety behaviors (R = 0.636, P < .01). Age, marriage, education level, years of work experience, professional title, duties. engagement type, monthly income level, participation in teaching work, safety training, and no adverse events were the influencing factors of risk perception. The research results emphasize that risk perception of emergency nurses has a positive prediction effect on safe behavior. It is suggested that nursing managers should optimize nursing workflow and human resource allocation, strategically add occupational risk training to vocational training, and strengthen nurses' safety behaviors.

Impact of career development, job insecurity, and tech awareness on the quiet quitting of hospitality employees in Indonesia

Employee performance is one of the main drivers for company development. However, there is an emergence of quiet quitting behavior, which many Generation Z workers experience. This behavior is detrimental to the company because it affects employee performance. The objective of this study is to analyze the influence of perceptions of career development opportunities, job insecurity, and awareness of intelligent technology on quiet quitting and its correlation with work performance, especially in Generation Z in Jakarta, Indonesia. This paper adopts an explanatory research design to elucidate the causal relationships between these variables using quantitative methods. Stratified random sampling was used to ensure representative data. Questionnaires were distributed to 289 hotel employees in Jakarta, capturing diverse perspectives across various job roles and departments. The data were analyzed using SmartPLS. The results showed a significant negative relationship between perceived career development opportunities and quiet quitting behavior. A positive and significant relationship exists between job insecurity and quiet quitting behavior. The study identifies a positive correlation between awareness of smart technology and quiet quitting behavior. Additionally, the paper reveals a significant negative relationship between quiet quitting behavior and employee performance. Perceived career development opportunities significantly reduce quiet quitting behavior, while job insecurity and awareness of smart technology increase it. Quiet quitting behavior, in turn, significantly negatively impacts employee performance. Organizations can develop targeted strategies to reduce this behavior by understanding the factors influencing quiet quitting.

The role of previous experience in the analysis of the psychological contract and its outcomes during the socialization process: a signalling theory perspective

Psychological contract theory has largely neglected the role of previous experience. In this study, we examine how previous work experience influences outcomes of communication with organizational insiders during organizational socialization among healthcare staff. We develop a model based on signalling theory, within which information acquisition during socialization is associated with psychological contract fulfilment, which is in turn is related to better health, happiness, and social relationships. Moderated mediation analysis based on data collected at entry and three months later confirms indirect effects between three types of information acquisition and three employee outcomes via the mediating role of psychological contract fulfilment. Importantly, these indirect effects are present only for inexperienced newcomers. Our findings build on signalling theory and add to knowledge about how the psychological contract forms during early socialization. They also suggest that organizations should pay particular attention to inducting inexperienced newcomers.

Síntomas de ansiedad y depresión en los trabajadores de la salud durante la pandemia por COVID-19 en un centro de salud en Barranquilla, Colombia

IntroductionThe spread of the pandemic in Colombian territory occurred heterogeneously, suggesting a potentially differential impact on the mental health of healthcare professionals who responded to the emergency. ObjectiveTo identify factors related to depressive and anxious symptoms in healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic at a clinical center in the city of Barranquilla. MethodologyWe conducted a cross-sectional study involving 71 active healthcare workers in 2022. The Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) and the Generalized Anxiety Disorder scale (GAD-7) were utilized to estimate the prevalence of these mental disorders. ResultsWe estimated a prevalence of depressive and anxious symptoms, mild or higher, at 18.3% (CI95% 10.1–29.3) and 21.1% (CI95% 12.3–33.4), respectively. Work experience, glove usage, gastrointestinal discomfort, and appetite disturbance were significantly associated with depressive symptoms, while loss of libido and appetite disturbance were linked to mild or higher anxious symptoms. ConclusionsDepressive and anxious symptoms are common in the mental health of healthcare workers in pandemic contexts. Factors associated with these symptoms, such as the use of personal protective equipment and work experience, could be addressed through organizational management.

Importance of Internship Programs as a Strategy to Impart Experiential Learning on Graduate

Orientation: Internship prgrma is a training programs designed to equip students and graduates with work experience and skills. Internship programs has been implemented in various fields and has proved to be effectiveal also in public administration. Research purpose: The stusy proposes using internship programs as a strategt to provide experiential learning to graduates in the Limpopo Department of Education. Motivation of the study: There is a need to understand the role internship programs plays in graduates careers, as it will inform the policy makers in the Department to influenve a planning strategy for effectoive internshop programs. Research approach/design and method: The study used a Mixed Methods Approach, which included both qualitative and quantitative methods. A convergent parallel design was used, allowing data to be collected using both methods to gain a comprehensice understanding of the phenomenon. The study's participants include officials and interns from the Limpopo Department of Education's head office in Polokwane. The sample consists of 190 respondents. Data were gathered through close-ended questonnaire and open-ended interview questions. Dara were analysed thematically and descriptive statistics. Main findings: Research results indicate that 47% of respondents believe that internship programs are crucila for the Department in facilitating experientiallearning for graduates. The styd also found that interns can gain skills and experience that will help them kand a job at the end of internship program. Practical implications: The study concludes that effecrive internships require strategic department planning, as they significantly shape futureskilled and competent employees. Contribution/add value: The study adds value to ehnace PublicADministrayion in policy making by generaring and dissemenating new knowlese and ideas about internship programs.