On Monday, May 6, 2024, the Social Welfare Study Program, University of Muhammadiyah Malang, held a pre-internship guidance event which aims to provide direction regarding the study program's independent internships. The event was attended by students of batches 21, 22, and 23 which was held in gkb 1 room 603.
In his remarks, the head of the Social Welfare Study Program, Dr. Fauzik Lendriyono, M.Si. conveyed the importance of this internship to increase the skills of Social Welfare students. “The independent internship program is an opportunity for students to apply the theory or knowledge learned in class to be applied to the institution to be addressed, so that not only the theory possessed by students but also skills that can be honed,” he said.
In addition, this event also highlighted the wide scope of work of social workers, as explained by Eko Rizki Purwo Widodo, MSW. “Students can look for internship places in various sectors that have a relationship with the practice of Social Workers.”
Remarks by the Head of Social Welfare Department (Photo: Multimedia Team)
The internship program carried out by the Social Welfare Study Program aims to increase the skills and field experience possessed by Social Welfare Study Program students. This internship program is planned to be implemented from May 20 - July 20, 2024. The curriculum designed by the Social Welfare Study Program now allows students to graduate in three and a half years and has been equipped with a lot of experience in the world of work. Students also not only know the theory when in class but can also practice in the field.
On the other hand, according to the secretary of the Social Welfare Study Program Dra. Juli Astutik, M.Si, this internship activity can be used as a learning medium and increase relations for students in facing the world of professional social work. “Internships can be used as learning and preparation for students as professional social workers,” he said.
The event began with remarks from the head of the Social Welfare Study Program. The students were given insight into internship opportunities in various industries, the process of accepting internships, and the benefits that can be obtained from the internship experience.
This internship socialization event ended with a discussion and question and answer session between students and speakers, where students could ask questions related to the internship process and the necessary preparations. Thus, it is hoped that students can be more prepared and confident when facing the challenges of the world of work after completing their education.
