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Exploring Pathways to Enhance Internship and Employment Quality in Application-Oriented Universities

Author(s)

Lyu Huihui, Feng Qiaoling

Affiliation(s)

Baise University, Baise, Guangxi, China

Abstract

Internships are vital in bridging academia and the workplace, especially in application-oriented universities. the shift from traditional, single-position internships to interdisciplinary models reflects the evolving talent cultivation approach. Universities increasingly collaborate with enterprises to offer customized programs, providing exposure to advanced technologies and management practices. However, challenges remain, such as low-quality internships and a gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Improving internship quality, enhancing university-enterprise collaboration, refining curriculum design, and strengthening government policy support are essential strategies for universities and policymakers.

Keywords

Application-Oriented Universities; Internship Quality; Employment Quality; University-Enterprise Collaboration; Employability

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