Authors: Denzil I. Galon *
Affiliations:
College of Management, Northern Iloilo State University, Estancia, Philippines
This study examines the international internship experiences and employability readiness of undergraduate students in hospitality, tourism, entrepreneurship, and business administration at the State University of Negros Island Region (NIR) and Western Visayas. A total of 327 graduating fourth-year students were randomly selected to participate in the survey. Most participants were aged 17 to 18 (61.5%), and slightly more than half were male (53.2%). The analysis of departmental roles showed that students were most involved in sales and marketing (92.4%), while fewer were interested in front office and housekeeping positions (19.9%). Assessments of employability skills—such as communication, adaptability, teamwork, and work ethics—showed moderate readiness, indicating that students have basic skills but still need further development. Among business administration students, human resources and operational management were the most preferred career areas. The findings emphasize the importance of international internships in helping students build key skills for global employment, including cross-cultural communication and problem-solving. As globalization continues to impact the job market, the study highlights the need for universities to strengthen their internship programs to better prepare students for international career opportunities. Overall, this research provides useful insights into the factors that influence employability readiness in these growing and dynamic fields.
Employability readiness, International internships, Hospitality students, Skill development, Global employment
https://doi.org/10.21833/ijaas.2025.06.021
Galon, D. I. (2025). International internship and employability readiness of management students in state colleges and universities in the Philippines. International Journal of Advanced and Applied Sciences, 12(6), 216–222. https://doi.org/10.21833/ijaas.2025.06.021