Analyzing the Connection of Soft Skills and Student Internship in a Local College: A Convergent Study
Judyl Camo | Evelyn Erellana
Discipline: Education
Abstract:
This study explored the vital role of soft skills in shaping the internship experiences of students and their overall
impact on instructional competence and career readiness. Using a convergent parallel mixed-methods approach, the
research combined quantitative data from 123 fourth-year education students with qualitative insights gathered from
14 participants through focus group discussions and in-depth interviews. The objective was to examine how students
developed and applied communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills during their
internships, and how these competencies influenced their performance in real-world teaching settings. Surveys and
interviews captured students’ perceptions of their internship experiences and how these contributed to their personal
and professional growth. The findings indicated that the students generally exhibited strong soft skills, with critical
thinking emerging as the most developed, followed by communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
Furthermore, the effectiveness of the internship experience was shaped by factors such as mentorship quality, program
structure, and the alignment between students’ responsibilities and their academic preparation. These results provided
valuable insights for educational institutions, industry partners, and policymakers in enhancing internship programs
to better prepare students for future careers. Strengthening the design of internship experiences can help equip students
with essential competencies for success in the workforce. This research adds to the growing body of knowledge on
experiential learning and reinforces the significance of internships as a core element of higher education.
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