Analisis Implementasi Program Magang dalam Meningkatkan Keterampilan dan Kompetensi Mahasiswa Jurusan Administrasi Publik Universitas Puangrimanggalatung

Internship program is considered as one of the important approaches in preparing students to enter the world of work by gaining practical experience relevant to their field of study. This study aims to evaluate the factors that influence the effectiveness of the internship program in improving the skills and competencies of students majoring in Public Administration at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Puangrimanggalatung University. This research method uses a qualitative approach by interviewing internship students, internship recipient agencies, and the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Puangrimanggalatung University. The data obtained was analyzed using the content analysis method to identify the main themes and patterns in the respondents' responses. The results showed that the driving factors influencing the implementation of the internship program include the suitability of tasks with students' interests and expertise, adequate support and guidance from internship-receiving agencies, and close cooperation between the faculty and relevant agencies. On the other hand, inhibiting factors include a lack of communication between students, supervisors, and faculty, as well as logistical and infrastructural constraints. Based on these findings, this study recommends improved coordination between internship receiving agencies, faculty, and students, adjustment of internship assignments to student needs, and provision of adequate support and guidance during the internship program. In addition, periodic evaluation and feedback from all parties involved are also needed to ensure that the internship program continues to develop and provide optimal benefits for students and related agencies.