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  • Janice
    University: ASU
    Nationality: China
    September 22, 2020 at 3:57 pm

    Yes, I definitely agree with the idea that universities should have work-related courses. It not only helps the students gain experience, but also a win-win strategy for a school.

    As a student, especially in China, my main job was to study well, then I could get into a great university. I understand how to learn well, but did not realize how important the experience was. When I came to the time to find a job, I found it hard for me to land a job without experience. Based on my story, I highly recommend the internship courses to help students prepare for their future.

    Besides my own experience, I also think the knowledge itself is related to real work experience. Sometimes, students just learn knowledge at school, and they still do not know how to apply it. If they have an internship, they will not only quickly understand why this topic is important, but also will understand it much easier and deeper because they use it in the real job.

    What if schools refuse to offer internship-related education? First of all, the employment rate will be low and the rank of school will go down as well. Then the school will find it is hard for them to get more students. It is such a big loss. Second, students may lose their interest in their major. They did not have the opportunities to come close to it and understand it, which will make them have a lower grade. It is also a big impact on school recognition.

    Somebody may say, the students should find the jobs by themselves, why schools take the responsibilities? Yes, it is true. However, it will be better for students if schools encourage them to take the first step. Some students find it is hard to find an internship without any experience. Therefore, if schools can offer the opportunity for students, students are better in the future.

    This is actually a win-win idea, so, why not?