Pukyong National University Expands Industry-Academia Linked Field Internship Semester Program

National Pukyong National University is expanding the operation of the on-site internship semester system, an industry-academia-research collaboration program between universities and companies.

On the afternoon of the 1st, Pukyong National University held a 'Communication Meeting with Students Participating in the On-site Internship Semester System' on the first floor of Dongwon Jangbogo Hall. The meeting was attended by President Jang Young-su and 11 students participating in the on-site internship semester system.

Pukyong National University stated that 243 students have participated in the on-site internship semester program so far this year, expecting an increase of more than 30% compared to last year's 358 participants.

The on-site internship semester system is a program where students gain practical experience on-site while earning academic credits.

At the communication meeting, Pukyong National University received practical suggestions and improvement points from students participating in the on-site internship semester system and plans to actively reflect them in the program operation to support students in developing practical skills linked to local industries.

'On-site Internship Semester Program for University Students' Participant Intern Communication Meeting in Progress.

Additionally, the university will strengthen the program by expanding the number of companies participating in the standard on-site internship semester system. The standard on-site internship semester system is operated under the Ministry of Education's 'Regulations on the Operation of the On-site Internship Semester System for University Students,' guaranteeing minimum wage to protect students' rights and enhance quality.

Currently, a total of 310 institutions, including the Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology, the Ship and Offshore Plant Research Institute, Geumyang, Jeongin High-Tech, and the Korea Institute of Materials Science, are participating in Pukyong National University's on-site internship semester system.

President Jang Young-su said, “We will actively support expanding the participation of excellent institutions in fields matching students' majors and ensure the on-site internship semester system is operated effectively to strengthen students' practical skills and aid their employment.”

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