Introduction
The Student-Professional Experiences or commonly known as Practicum, Internship, Community-Industry Immersion or On-the-Job Training are courses in which students participate in a professional work environment, and properly documenting their experiences. Students apply their knowledge and attain experiences related to their chosen academic fields by working within a professional work setting supervised by a Career Training Coordinator (CTC) of ICCT Colleges together with the assigned officer of the Host Training Establishment (HTE). The Student Internship Program (SIP) is designed to allow students enhanced their professionalism, gain career knowledge, work environment observation and may consider various career options.
The ICCT Colleges Foundation, Inc. – Career Development & Job Placement Center (CDJPC) was created as a response for comprehensive implementation of this Student Internship Program (SIP) in compliance with CMO No. 23 series of 2009 of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) in accordance with RA 722, otherwise known as the “Higher Education Act of 1994”, and pursuant to the Commission en banc Resolution No. 148 dated April 19, 2009. The SIP is also extended for the students under the Technical Education Skills Development Authority (TESDA) courses. The said office is responsible to effectively manage and monitor students-professional experiences in coordination with their respective College Deans and Department Heads. In addition to academic coursework, CDJPC in collaboration with the Office of the Academic Affairs (OAA) and the Office of the Student Affairs (OSA) require students to complete the Student Internship Program as part of their respective curriculum and completion of their degree and non-degree courses. This requirement offers the chance to apply coursework in real-world settings and be more effectively prepare students for their professional career. Aside from the exposure of students to the work environment, they will also undertake procedures before, during and after the SIP period, and integrating Career Development & Job Placement Program. The Special Projects & Affiliations Office (SPAO) will undertake the Community-Industry Partnership & Linkages in order to strengthen the affiliation and coordination of the Student Internship Program with various industries including local government units and other organizations. Accreditation of Host Training Establishments (HTE) is implemented to protect and manage effectively the outcome of the SIP. Thus, this Student Internship Program Manual that provides instructions and guidelines needed for the successful completion of the course should be read carefully prior to the beginning of your internship experience.
Philosophy
The primary purpose of the internship requirement is to provide experiential learning outside of the classroom stressing self-motivation. Students will gain vital skills and experience that they will be able to use throughout their professional career. Through these experiences, students explore workplace culture, diversified work tasks, and gain the experiences necessary to build a marketable résumé. Additionally, internships provide students with an opportunity to build up their community of relationships, which become useful when seeking employment after graduation. Work training experience allows students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-life situation and to develop professional experience in a structured nurturing environment. During the internship, students become a part of the organization or company, and are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times, in accordance with the CDJPC Internship Code of Conduct.
Goals and Objectives
1. To acquire professional experiences:
- Understand professional practice and adherence to codes of professional ethics, including ethical decision making;
- Sharpen aspects of professionalism, including honesty/integrity, reliability /responsibility, respect for others, compassion/empathy, and even advocacy; Develop new knowledge and skills;
- Work independently and/or with others, both within and outside the organization/company by applying professional knowledge and skills;
- Observe the functioning of the organization/company, including the administration and activities;
- Build upon previous knowledge and experiences by working within and critically appraising a professional setting;
- Gain career knowledge and evaluate career options and goals.
2. To apply theories and research:
- Apply concepts and skills gained from academic experience to a professional work setting;
- Apply technology and analytical skills to a specific work setting;
3.To further develop and integrate personal characteristics:
- Self-awareness and emotional stability, interpersonal and group process skills, communication, collaboration, problem-solving skills, cultural competence, professional ethics and behavior.
SIP Guidelines General
Student Internship Program Procedures
The Career Development & Job Placement (CDJP) Office will assist students applying for and enrolling in the Internship/Practicum/On-the-Job Training, or any other related internship course under the academic curriculum of the college. Below are the steps to apply for the Student Internship Program (SIP):
| STEP 1 | Attend the SIP orientation, which will be held after the Prelim Examination of the current trimester. Attendance is mandatory before proceeding to the next step. Please ensure that you have returned the Attendance Form. |
| STEP 2 | Complete the SIP Internship Application (SIP-IA) Google Form. The application link will be available on the official Facebook page of the institution (www.facebook.com/IM4ICCT) one week after the SIP Orientation. |
| STEP 3 | Pay the SIP fee of ₱600.00 per Internship subject on or before the deadline of pre-application process at recognized payment apps / center. |
| STEP 4 |
Prepare the following documents for evaluation and approval by your college dean or department heads:
Once approved, submit these documents to the CDJP Office, Monday to Saturday, 7AM to 4PM, before the due date. |
| STEP 5 | Download and complete the Internship Recommendation Letter (IRL) and Internship Waiver Agreement Form (IWAF) from the official ICCT Colleges website under the Internship Menu (www.icct.edu.ph). |
| STEP 6 | Submit your IRL, IWAF, resume, and letter of application for signature and approval of your SIP-IA. |
| STEP 7 |
Personally forward your IRL, and IWAF to the Host Training Establishment (HTE). Prepare yourself for the application process as if applying for regular employment. Organize your documents in a long folder in the following order:
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| STEP 8 | Return the signed IWAF by the HTE to the CDJP Office to officially acknowledge or register the start of your internship. Attach a photocopy of a valid ID from your parent or guardian, bearing their signature (the ID must belong to the person who signed your IWAF). |
| STEP 9 | During the internship, submit a Student Internship Activity Report (SIAR) every 100 hours for 300-hour OJT, every 150 hours for a 450-hours OJT, or every 200 hours for a 600-hour OJT. Alternatively, submit reports during the Prelim, Midterm, and Final Examination periods via email to careers@icct.edu.ph. All permits must be signed by the Career Training Coordinator to validate your SIP. The SIAR format is available on the official ICCT Colleges website under the Internship Menu. |
| STEP 10 | Prepare your Internship Summary Report (ISR) during the final period of your internship. Refer to the SIP Guidelines and Procedure Manual for the ISR format, available at www.icct.edu.ph/internship. |
| STEP 11 | Submit the original copy of your Internship Certificate of Completion (ICoC) and Internship Evaluation Form (IEF) to the Registrar’s Office. Download the IEF, which must be completed by your HTE mentor and submitted in a sealed envelope to the Registrar’s Office. |
| STEP 12 | Provide a photocopy of your ICoC and submit it, along with your ISR, Student Self-Evaluation of Internship Form (SSEI), and photocopy of your Finals Exam Permit, to the CDJP Office to acknowledge the completion of your SIP. |
Reminders:
- Completion of Internship Hours: Students must fulfill the required number of internship hours within the same trimester in which they are enrolled in the internship course.
- Internship Certificate of Completion (ICoC): The ICoC must be printed on the official letterhead of the Host Training Establishment (HTE), organization, or company. It should include the following details:
- Your full name and course
- The training period, specifying the start and end dates
- The total number of hours completed
- The department or office where you were assigned
- The name and designation of the certifying officer
SIP Guidelines for CoEd
Student Internship Program Procedures for College of Education
The CDJP Office will accommodate those who are approved and enrolled Internship/Practicum/On-the-Job Training and/or any other related internship course under the academic curriculum of the college. The following are the procedures to register in the Student Internship Program:
| STEP 1 | Student must complete the SIP Internship Application (SIP-IA) Form downloadable from the official website of ICCT Colleges – www.icct.edu.ph under the INTERNSHIP MENU; |
| STEP 2 | Prepare copies of school ID, official registration form and the updated prospectus or summary of grades. Submit these documents together with your SIP-IA to the Career Development & Job Placement Office, Monday to Saturday, 7am to 4pm; |
| STEP 3 | Log in to the pre-registration for SIP Orientation Scheduled by the Dean/OIC of the College of Education; attend the schedule of the orientation for your Cooperating School Assignment and Schedule of formal Endorsement; |
| STEP 4 | The assigned Leader of the group will prepare the Endorsement Letter for the respective Cooperating School, format is available at the official website of ICCT Colleges – www.icct.edu.ph under the INTERNSHIP MENU; and must be checked by the Career Training Officer of the College of Education; |
| STEP 5 |
The Leader of the group will personally forward your Internship Application, IWAF and the Endorsement Letter to the Career Development Office; your documents must be compiled them in a long folder with the following sequence:
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| STEP 6 | After the scheduled endorsement, return the IWAF completely signed by the Principal/Cooperating Teacher from the Cooperating School to officially acknowledge or register the start of your internship to the CDJP Office; attach a photocopy of your parent / guardian’s valid identification card bearing his/her signature (ID must be from your parent or guardian who signed your IWAF); |
| STEP 7 | During the internship period, Student Teachers are required to attend Sunday Classes based on the schedules enrolled. |
| STEP 8 | Prepare your Narrative Report during the last period of your internship; secure two copies of the Narrative Report one (1) for the Cooperating School and one (1) for your class adviser. |
| STEP 9 | Submit the original copy of your Demo Teaching Grade and Student Teaching Grade to your respective Class Adviser. |
| STEP 10 | Provide a photocopy of your Student Teaching Grade and submit it together with your, Student Self-Evaluation of Internship Form (SSEI) and photocopy of your Final Exam Permit at the CDJP Office to recognize completion of your SIP. |
Reminders:
- Student intern must complete the required number of hours within the trimester period when the internship course is enrolled.