Internship Opportunities Research Articles

AN ALTERNATIVE INTERNSHIP MODEL TO IMPROVE THE TRAINING OF TRANSLATORS AND INTERPRETERS AT THE HO CHI MINH CITY UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION.

This study examines the organization of internship for students majoring in translation and interpreting at the Department of French, Ho Chi Minh City University of Education with a goal to enhance the training quality and better prepare students for new demands from the profession and the labour market. On the basis of the ‘configuration’ proposed by Norbert Elias (1970), this study analyzes the multidimensionality and complexity of internship situations. The findings attained from organizations that provide internship opportunities serve as the basis for improvements to the internship module and the training quality at the Ho Chi Minh City University of Education.

Providing technical assistance to inclusive postsecondary education programs on paid employment experiences of college students with intellectual and developmental disabilities: A case study

BACKGROUND: Students with intellectual and developmental disabilities lag behind their peers without disabilities when it comes to participation in college and employment. In response to this, researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) created an online, six-week course for staff who work with students with disabilities in inclusive postsecondary education (IPSE) programs. OBJECTIVE: To create a course and technical assistance (TA) based on implementing supported employment strategies through VCU’s ACE-IT in College model, using evidence-based employment practices. The course and TA were developed to increase the skills of IPSE program staff, as well as increase the number of paid internship opportunities for the students in their programs. METHODS: VCU staff offered a six-week training program, followed by yearlong technical assistance to college and university staff who implement inclusive postsecondary education programs. The researchers conducted a case study of one program and followed them through the course and their TA activities. Data examined were: facilitated discussion board responses, needs assessment results, meeting notes and case study notes, as well as goals and strategies they developed. RESULTS: Results indicate a need for more staff and funding, as well as university buy-in. The fidelity of implementation allowed researchers to make slight adjustments for future TA participants. CONCLUSION: One participating program emerged as a case study site, and results indicate a need for more staff and funding. Detailed descriptions and technical assistant support strategies are provided, as well as implications for further research.

Bridging the Skills Gap: Aligning Journalism Education with Industrial Needs in Nepal

In Nepal, many individuals joined the journalism profession without professional training or formal education in the past. With the 1990’s democratic transition, the journalism landscape underwent significant changes, marking a proliferation of news media outlets, academic programs, and training opportunities. Even with many journalism programs and training opportunities available, there are still a gap in skills between classroom learning and industry demands, leading to journalism graduates lacking some essential professional skills. This study investigates the contributing factors to this skills gap, comprising outdated curricula, limited exposure to the newsrooms, and the lack of practical know how as well as confidence to work in the modern-day digital newsrooms. Employing key informant interviews with working journalists, newsroom leaders, and journalism educators, and reviewing the relevant literature, this study identifies skills gap not only among fresh graduates but also mid-career professionals, and proposes strategies to match journalism education and training opportunities with industry needs. The findings underscore the requisite for market-oriented curriculum design and regular updates, skill-centric teaching methods, adequate internship opportunities for journalism students and hands-on training for working journalists to prepare them for the realities of Nepal's evolving media landscape.

Pengaruh Magang Pendidikan Terhadap Pengembangan Kompetensi Mahasiswa

This study discusses the influence of educational internships on the development of student competencies in the context of higher education. Educational internships are a practical form of learning outside the classroom that provides students with the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge in the real world. The aim of this research is to understand the extent to which educational internships contribute to the development of student competencies, including practical skills, analytical abilities, industry understanding, the formation of professional networks, and the cultivation of positive attitudes and work ethics. The results of this study show that educational internships have a significant and positive impact on the development of student competencies. Students who undergo internships experience improvements in practical skills, including interpersonal communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities. They also develop strong analytical skills and gain a deeper understanding of industry dynamics relevant to their field of study. Furthermore, educational internships enable students to build professional networks that can be valuable in their future job searches. Ultimately, internships also play a role in shaping positive attitudes and work ethics. In conclusion, this research underscores the importance of educational internships in helping students prepare for success in the workforce. Institutions of higher education need to recognize their pivotal role in fostering student competency development and collaborate with the business world to provide more relevant and beneficial internship opportunities. Thus, educational internships can be a valuable investment in enhancing students' skills and qualifications.

IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORKS IN ACTION: A QUALITATIVE STUDY OF INTERGENERATIONAL TECHNOLOGY IN HIGHER EDUCATION

Abstract Cyber-Seniors is an intergenerational technology program that bridges the digital divide by training younger people to assist older adults with using technology. While higher education is an ideal setting for utilizing this program for service learning or student internship opportunities, there are often challenges to implementing this program in a higher education setting. In this study, implementation factors must be studied to improve sustainability and increase the potential to scale-up the use of Cyber-Seniors programming within higher education. This study is guided by the dynamic sustainability framework (Chambers et al., 2013) with the goal to investigate prominent contextual factors of implementation that permit and prohibit program sustainability. The study will also identify needed adaptations to Cyber-Seniors’ implementation, which will be documented using Stirman and colleagues’ (2019) Framework for Reporting Adaptations and Modifications-Enhanced (FRAME). In this presentation, we will illustrate the process of infusing implementation science frameworks into a multistage qualitative study designed to allow for in-depth understanding of experiences implementing Cyber-Seniors programming in higher education and designing an adapted checklist for program implementation. We will describe how the implementation science frameworks have been used to design the research instruments, protocols, and the analysis plan. The presentation will conclude with next steps for the research project. A key takeaway from this presentation will be for attendees to gain an understanding of how to infuse implementation science frameworks when designing, implementing, and evaluating research programs and interventions.

The influence of social class on internship participation and outcomes in higher education: the case of Hong Kong

ABSTRACT Internships have been widely recognized as an effective channel for enhancing the employability of higher education (HE) students. Accordingly, any inequality in internship opportunities may lead to inequality in students’ employability and future social positioning. Using Bourdieu’s three forms of capital, this study explores how students’ understanding and engagement in internship is affected by the differential resources available in their respective social class position and thus, the implications for the persistence of social reproduction in the future. Through in-depth interviews with eight HE students and three alumni from HE institutions in HK, we found that middle-class respondents engage in HE with cultural and social capital that motivate and facilitate their disposition and capacity to involve in internship. For working-class respondents, while a mismatched cultural disposition curtails their sense of utility, a lack of social capital limits their capacity to participate in internship. This study contributes to ongoing discussion on the relationship between social classes and education via the lens of internship involvement by providing evidence for the unequal playing field of internship for students of different social class positions.

Pathologists Shortage in United States of America (USA) - How Academic Centers and Private Laboratories Can Play an Effective Role in Recruiting Qualified Future Pathology Residents from Pool of United States (US) and International Medical Graduates (IMGs)

Abstract Introduction/Objective Pathology training (PT) in the US requires 4 years of AP/CP training. Only 2% of any medical school class (US or IMGs) enter Pathology. However, among practicing pathologists, an estimated 20 to 30% are IMGs that are working in academia/private settings. Even with artificial intelligence (AI) and digital pathology (DP), the need for pathologists will continue to rise, especially those who will acquire AI and DP skills. Methods/Case Report Our facility is a private reference laboratory. About 60 to 70% of graduates after residency join private practices. We initiated an education model to offer internship opportunities mainly for IMGs who have difficulty in gaining access to US academic centers due to numerous obstacles. Our initiative also offered electives for US medical students (US-MS) exploring pathology as a career. Between 2016 and 2022, 72 IMGs (12 countries) and 18 MS (5 states) rotated with us in a structured rotation lasting 4 weeks. Results (if a Case Study enter NA) Most of our IMGs were not able to find access to academic centers for internship. From the pool of IMGs who rotated with us, 51/72 (70%) matched into PT. In addition, we were able to positively influence 16/18 (88%) US-MS to adopt pathology as a career. Conclusion 1) We successfully created an educational model in a non-academic setting to mentor and prepare access to academic centers through PT as aspiring pathologists, 2) IMGs in our program excel in their respective countries; they were interviewed before being accepted into our program and committed to pathology with higher chance of matching, 3) US-MS that rotated through our program have higher rate of adopting pathology as a career when compared to traditional academic pathology rotations, and 4) more academic centers should consider allowing internships to IMGs and initiate private collaborations as an integral part of supporting the future of our profession.

영남권 사범대학 영어교육과 재학생의 취업 진로 실태에 관한 연구

Objectives This study aimed to comprehensively examine the career development of students who major in English education in a local university. Methods Thirty-four seniors who major in English education in a local university completed a survey that com-posed of 16 muitiple-choiced items and 5 open-ended items. More specifically, it surveyed 1) their current career development, 2) the use of career development support program, and 3) suggestions about career development to a department, university, community, and country. Results The findings indicated that the students usually refer to the people surrounding them and consult their parents to discuss their career development. In addition, they put their priority to job stability and their interest when they choose a job. More than half of the students were found to seek a career which is irrelevant to English education. Those who seek a career which is relevant to English education considered English proficiency is the most important factor to achieve their career goals, wehreas those who seek a career which is irrelevant to English education considered working-level knowledge is the most important factor to achieve their career goals. Both of the groups concerned that low birth rate and their task-related competence are the factors that threatened their career achievement. In general, the students participated in the career development support program less than 1 or 2-3 times because the support program did not fit into their majors or prospective careers. Moreover, most of the students reported that they did not have an internship opportunity in a workplace that is related to their prospective careers. However, they affirmed that those internship opportunities would be a valuable asset to de-velop their careers. To conclude, the students suggested that a department, university, community, and country implement practical policies that can support career development for university students. Conclusions Practical career development support programs that focus on those who major in humanities or edu-cation in a local university need to be implemented.

ANALYSIS OF THE EMPLOYABILITY OF ACCOUNTING SCIENCE GRADUATES FROM THE PRIVATE UNIVERSITY OF THIS BRANCH CIUDAD DEL ESTE

The “Analysis of the employability of graduates of Accounting Sciences from the Universidad Privada del Este Branch Ciudad del Este” is an exhaustive study that examines the employment situation of graduates of the Accounting Sciences degree from the Universidad Privada del Este Branch Ciudad del Este . The main objective of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the training provided by the university and improve the quality of education provided. The study was carried out through a survey of graduates of the university’s Accounting Sciences program, as well as employers and experts in the field of accounting. The results of the study revealed that the majority of graduates of the Accounting Sciences degree from the Universidad Privada del Este Branch Ciudad del Este are employed in the field of accounting and finance, and that the majority of them are satisfied with their work. However, some areas for improvement in the training provided by the university were also identified, such as the need to improve soft skills training and the need to offer more internship opportunities. Furthermore, it is recommended that the university improve its career guidance programs to help students make more informed decisions about their career choice and be better prepared to face the demands of the future labor market. In summary, the “Analysis of the employability of Accounting Sciences graduates from the Universidad Privada del Este Branch Ciudad del Este” is an important study that offers valuable recommendations to improve the quality of education provided by the university and the employability of its graduates.

Factors Influencing the Professional Development of Engineering Students Under the “Plan for Educating and Training Outstanding Engineers”

Purpose This study investigates the role of the engineering education environment created by the implementation of the “Plan for Educating and Training Outstanding Engineers” (PETOE) on the professional capability development of engineering students from the perspective of students’ experience. Design/Approach/Methods This study uses data from the National Engineering Student Survey and multiple regression analysis to explore the role of institutional resources and support, teaching reforms, and interpersonal interaction on the professional development of engineering students. Findings The opportunities for on-campus practical activities provided by the institution, content of the teachers’ teaching, teaching methods, comprehensive coursework assessment, and interpersonal interactions contributed to the development of students’ engineering competencies, with limited contributions from research-based teaching methods. Internship opportunities and international exchange environments were negatively associated with the development of engineering skills in an “unexpected” manner. Originality/Value Focusing on students’ experiences of engineering education reform, this study comprehensively evaluates the implementation of the reform measures adopted under PETOE. Furthermore, it assesses how corresponding changes in the general educational environment relate to students’ professional capability development. Thus, this study addresses an important research gap in educational reform—the lack of domestic empirical studies in China.

Quality Management in GIS

This paper centers on the crucial elements of quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) in the domain of geographic information systems (GIS). A dependable and resilient GIS database is at the core of any spatial system, and it is of utmost significance across a wide range of fields, including Hajj, Umrah, tourism, real estate, and natural resource management. Given the inherent intricacy of spatial databases and their requirement for specialized technical upkeep, applications that depend on them also necessitate specialized technical expertise. To address inconsistencies within the database, best practices for database maintenance are implemented. This paper presents a systematic approach to the updating of comprehensive spatial databases and provides an overview of the quality procedures that are essential to this process. It also discusses the various safeguard mechanisms that are employed to enhance data consistency, completeness, integrity, and other qualitative aspects. The primary objective is to establish a customer-focused quality standard for spatial databases. Considering the broad definition of quality as "the extent to which project deliverables meet requirements," GIS projects face the challenge of precisely defining specifications and relevant quality standards that are tailored to specific project types and deliverables. The increasing demand for digital maps and GIS applications in Egypt emphasizes the urgent need for quality control and quality assurance procedures. This paper describes the implementation of these procedures in the creation of ten geological maps of Egypt at a scale of 1:500,000. This collaborative effort involves Cairo University and the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation in Egypt. Additionally, this project provides an internship opportunity for students in the College of Engineering, Civil Department, enabling them to gain practical experience in the field.

Centers for AIDS Research (CFAR) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Pathway Initiative (CDEIPI): Developing Career Pathways for Early-Stage Scholars From Racial and Ethnic Groups Underrepresented in HIV Science and Medicine.

There is an urgent need to increase diversity among scientific investigators in the HIV research field to be more reflective of communities highly affected by the HIV epidemic. Thus, it is critical to promote the inclusion and advancement of early-stage scholars from racial and ethnic groups underrepresented in HIV science and medicine. To widen the HIV research career pathway for early-stage scholars from underrepresented minority groups, the National Institutes of Health supported the development of the Centers for AIDS Research (CFAR) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Pathway Initiative (CDEIPI). This program was created through partnerships between CFARs and Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other Minority Serving Institutions throughout the United States. Seventeen CFARs and more than 20 Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions have participated in this initiative to date. Programs were designed for the high school (8), undergraduate (13), post baccalaureate (2), graduate (12), and postdoctoral (4) levels. Various pedagogical approaches were used including didactic seminar series, intensive multiday workshops, summer residential programs, and mentored research internship opportunities. During the first 18 months of the initiative, 257 student scholars participated in CDEIPI programs including 150 high school, 73 undergraduate, 3 post baccalaureate, 27 graduate, and 4 postdoctoral students. Numerous student scholars from a wide range of educational levels, geographic backgrounds, and racial and ethnic minority groups have engaged in CDEIPI programs. Timely and comprehensive program evaluation data will be critical to support a long-term commitment to this unique training initiative.

Investigation of the Contribution of Radiotherapy Technician Education to Working Life: A National Survey Study

Background/Purpose: To investigate the perception of working radiation therapists (RTTs) regarding the contribution of RTT training provided in Turkey to their clinical practice. 
 Methods: The study employed a questionnaire consisting of 22 questions. The questionnaire was distributed via email to RTTs working in Turkey. The questionnaire explored various aspects of the participants' education, including their internship opportunities, the duration of their internships, the devices they worked with, and the adequacy of their experiences.
 Results: 181 RTTs participated in the survey. The majority of participants (57.3%) completed their education at foundation universities, while 42.7% attended state universities. During their education, 80.5% of participants found the internship opportunities offered by their schools to be adequate. 92.6% of the participants reported that the experience they gained during their internship had a positive impact on their working life. A statistically significant relationship was observed between the adequacy of the device variety used during the internship and the contribution of the internship to their working life (p

Research Requirements on the Influence of Career Planning and Innovation and Entrepreneurship Courses on College Students' Willingness to Start a Business

As the world's largest developing country, China is facing increasingly fierce economic competition and employment pressure. In such a context, it becomes especially important to improve college students' willingness to start a business. Many factors influence college students' willingness to start a business, and this paper focuses on the influence of both career planning and innovation and entrepreneurship courses on college students' willingness to start a business and proposes corresponding strategies. By integrating career planning and innovative entrepreneurship courses, students can see entrepreneurship as a way to achieve their career goals and gain real-life entrepreneurial experience through the practical opportunities provided by innovative entrepreneurship courses. Providing career-oriented innovation and entrepreneurship education can help students clarify the place and value of entrepreneurship in their personal career development and foster innovative thinking and entrepreneurship. Emphasizing hands-on and internship opportunities will allow students to learn and grow in a real-world entrepreneurial environment and develop entrepreneurial skills and teamwork abilities. The implementation of these strategies will help stimulate college students' willingness and ability to start their businesses. Help college students overcome the challenges of the entrepreneurial process.

Veterans Health Administration Develops Rehabilitation Counselor Qualification Standards to Meet Future Needs

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) released qualification standards establishing the requirements for appointment as a rehabilitation counselor. The qualification standards represent a conversion of the previous vocational rehabilitation counselor occupational series to the broader discipline of rehabilitation counseling, the establishment of a national certification requirement, and conversion to the Hybrid Title 38 hiring authority to facilitate increased recruitment and retention. This article provides an overview of the new qualification standards and requirements for employment, reviews the occupation in the VHA, discusses internship opportunities, emphasizes how academia can help prepare students for service delivery to veterans, and offers guidance on connecting with a local Veterans Administration Medical Center and applying for federal employment.

Addressing underrepresentation in physiology research through internship opportunities

A challenge in the undergraduate physiology landscape is that some students who are underrepresented in the biomedical sciences are not aware of or are unable to take advantage of laboratory research opportunities. This is unfortunate because lab research can provide students with unique skill sets that are beneficial for future success, whether the students remain in research or move on to other careers. These skills include opportunities for critical thinking, improvement of oral and written communication skills, development of teamwork and leadership skills, learning about ethics in biomedical decision making and enhancement of digital literacy among others. As a program that sponsors an undergraduate Human Physiology major that has been successful in attracting underrepresented students (>40% students of color and >60% female) for a major Land-grant university, we challenged ourselves to consider how we might help our students make the most of their physiological interests and potentially improve the demographics of representation in our discipline. Starting in the summer of 2020, a group of faculty began a series of meetings to define an undergraduate program that would attract underrepresented students to lab-based internships, minimize the need for outside work by providing stipends and nurture their academic progress through informal student-faculty interactions. Though delayed by the Covid-19 pandemic, this framework has been used to initiate two new outreach programs. In the summer of 2021, we used this framework to initiate an American Heart Association sponsored research internship opportunity for 3rd and 4th year students. This program which we have named UPRIME is the focus of another abstract at this meeting. The INPUT (INtegrative biology and Physiology Undergraduate Training) program was started in fall of 2022. The program is internally supported and targets 1st and 2nd year undergraduates who represent populations that have been underrepresented in biomedical sciences. These students will be provided laboratory research experiences coupled with opportunities for educational support. A stipend of $3000 per student per semester is offered with the prospect of renewal dependent on a post-semester review. A cohort of six students were selected from a campus wide solicitation for applications into the inaugural INPUT class. These students will begin their projects in January 2023. We look forward to contributing to the scientific growth and development of these students. Perceptions of lab-based research and academic progress will be tracked along with career aspirations as the program progresses. Department of Integrative Biology and Physiology, University of Minnesota Medical School This is the full abstract presented at the American Physiology Summit 2023 meeting and is only available in HTML format. There are no additional versions or additional content available for this abstract. Physiology was not involved in the peer review process.

Exploring the Need of Internship Program for Productive Learning among Students at College Level In Pakistan

This research study emphasized on the significance of internship as a vital element of productive learning vis-à-vis the perception of students regarding as a tool for professional development in the real-work scenario with practical skills. The main objective of this study is to highlight the importance of internship for students to develop connections between learning into practice i.e. course work and work place as well as to create career prospects and employment opportunities for students. The study also aims to obtain in depth understanding of how internship is supported by various stakeholders. The method that was used in this study was descriptive method. The population of study was consisted of students and teachers of public colleges in Karachi. Those 80 students and 20 teachers from 10 colleges were selected as sample for the data collection by using questionnaire. The data collected by the respondents were studied and analyzed through SPSS; it was found through the results that there is a strong association between academic success and internship program regarding future professional expansion among students and it helps them to hone in on further choices within the concern field. On the other hand due to the lack of internship opportunities they confront various challenges and barriers while progressing towards career path. In the light of results, recommendations were also presented regarding initiation of internship program as an essential part of academic program as well as to overcome the gaps within internship program to acquired maximum benefits and professional skills among students for productive life.

South Asian Postgraduate International Students’ Employability Barriers: A Qualitative Study from Australia and the United Kingdom

ABSTRACT There is significant research on the motivations and migration experiences of South Asian international students in Australia and the United Kingdom (UK); however, the employability journeys of this group are not well understood. This article addresses this gap, illuminating the specific employability challenges experienced and perceived by South Asian postgraduate international students enrolled in Australia and the UK. Drawing on qualitative research comprising semi-structured interviews with 30 South Asian postgraduate international students studying at a university in Australia and in the UK, the findings highlight significant barriers to employability along four key axes: time pressures from study and adjustment issues (micro); lack of internship opportunities offered at the universities (meso); lack of culturally tailored university career services (meso) and perceptions of employers’ as well as Government policy implications (macro). Acknowledging and understanding these findings are important for universities to support South Asian international student employability experiences and graduate outcomes to remain competitive in the global job market. The findings suggest recommendations to enhance the employability of South Asian students in the UK and Australia.

Virtual internships in open and distance learning contexts: Improving access, participation, and success for underrepresented students

This study at The Open University in the United Kingdom examined the effectiveness of specifying internship opportunities for underrepresented student groups in two faculties. Our data, gathered through intern focus groups and supervisor interviews, demonstrate that the virtual internship scheme has been successful from both intern and supervisor perspectives, providing flexible and supportive opportunities which help interns to develop transferable skills and confidence. The virtual internship approach therefore provides opportunities for large-scale distance learning institutions to routinely offer work experience to their students, supported by the further development of effective remote working practices. Unexpected benefits of this program emerged through the staff-student partnerships developed in university-based internships. Future research will focus on mechanisms to further improve and scale up the virtual internship program to enhance access for underrepresented students and to explore how virtuality contributes to new perspectives of employability.

IMPLEMENTATION OF INTERNSHIP DATA MANAGEMENT APPLICATION WITH PROTOTYPE METHOD AND USER ACCEPTANCE TEST METHOD

Universities generally have programs that offer students internship opportunities in departments within the university. In several universities especially Universitas Ciputra, internships in departments within these universities are mandatory activities for scholarship recipient students. This internship activity involves many parties, including students implementing internships, departments that provide internship vacancies and also student bureaus that monitor the implementation of internships. The obstacle faced in this activity is the difficulty of fulfilling internship vacancies with students who have interests, abilities and profiles that match the requirements of internship vacancies. The student bureau also has difficulty monitoring the progress of the implementation of internship activities in the field. The purpose of this research is to provide a solution to the problems faced in this internship in the form of a website application developed using the Prototype Model method using the Laravel framework and tested using the User Acceptance Test (UAT) method. The result of this research is a website prototype that can be used. The results of the UAT test show that the application made can help solve problems in this internship activity with a user satisfaction level of up to 96%.