The Effect of Field Work Experience (Internship) on the Work Readiness of Students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Wahid Hasyim University, Semarang

Abstract

This study aims to identify and analyze the impact of fieldwork experience (internships) on the work readiness of students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Wahid Hasyim University, Semarang. The method used in this study is a quantitative approach. This study was conducted at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Wahid Hasyim University, Semarang. This study employed probability sampling, with multiple linear regression analysis used to test the research hypotheses. Through this study, it is hoped that indicators of work readiness can be identified to assist students in adapting and applying the skills acquired during their internships. The results of the analysis indicate that field work experience (internship) has a positive and significant impact on the work readiness of students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Wahid Hasyim University, Semarang. This study concludes that the more experience students have, the higher their work readiness, and conversely, the less experience they have, the lower their work readiness.