An internship is one of the important forms of learning, reflecting the educational philosophy of “learning by doing” and emphasizing the integration of learning and practical experience at Hoa Sen University. Since its inception in 1991, Internships have always been top priority training activity and also demonstrate the university’s training advantages.
Internship programs help students accumulate practical experiences, enhance awareness, skills, and work experience, thereby helping students feel confident and ready to enter the job market upon graduation.
An internship is a form of learning through students’ experiences in real working environments at organizations or enterprises for a certain period of time.
Types of internships:
Awareness Internship : Upon completing the first year, students will undertake their first internship, known as Awareness Internship, for 7 weeks.
Accumulative Internship : This internship is recognized if during the course of study, students accumulate a minimum of 320 hours of practical work at agencies or businesses. Additionally, students can also participate in school/department projects, social activities, community activities organized by the Student Affairs Office or Youth Union/Student Association.
International Internship : Students will be advised and supported in completing procedures for internships abroad if they fulfill all university regulations regarding international internships and meet the requirements of the host country (financial capability, immigration procedures, and other regulations).
Graduation Internship : Conducted over a period of 15 weeks.
Hoa Sen University organizes 4 internship sessions per year, corresponding to 4 academic semesters per year, according to the schedule of the Training Department. Two Awareness Internship sessions take place during the Tet holiday semester and the Summer semester, where students are required to participate in a 40-hour internship per week for 7 weeks at an enterprise. Two Graduation Internship sessions take place during the main semester, where students are required to participate in an internship at an enterprise as a regular employee, working 40 hours per week for 15 weeks.
Prior to each internship session, lasting 6-7 weeks, the Business Relations department organizes internship activities to share information about regulations, forms, specific timelines, and important notes for participation in the internship. Partner enterprises of the university are also invited for students to choose from for their internship placement.
Benefits of Student Participation in Internship:
Consolidate Specialized Knowledge: Internship helps students reinforce their specialized knowledge and deepen their understanding of their profession and job.
Accumulate Experience: It provides students with the opportunity to accumulate practical experience, engage in hands-on activities, and develop transferable skills.
Enhance Employability: Participation in internship enhances students’ abilities and increases their chances of being hired after completing the internship and graduation.
Build Professional and Social Relationships: It allows students to establish professional connections and social relationships, which can be valuable for future career development.
Learn Behavioral Skills: Internship teaches students how to behave, collaborate, adapt, and integrate quickly into diverse and professional work environments.
Internship Participation Process:
Phase 1: Preparation
Step 1: Students create an Internship Plan: They develop a personal learning plan, register for courses, and pay tuition fees.
Step 2: Students register, prepare documents, find internship placements, and get ready for the internship.
Phase 2: Internship
Step 3: Students participate in the internship according to the specified timeline.
Step 4: Students prepare an Internship Report and deliver a presentation on their internship experience.
Phase 3: Conclusion
Step 5: Students complete all requirements, express gratitude to the hosting company.
Step 6: Students complete a survey.
Some frequently asked questions about internships:Link
Some regulations and forms related to internships:
