Places suitable for an internship
Where can the Industrial Internship be undertaken?
The Industrial Internship for Engineering Management BSc and MSc may be undertaken at a business, public administration body or institution that carries out activities related to the nature of the Engineering Management program.
When making a choice, in addition to the organisation’s activities, it is also worth considering what tasks the student would actually be carrying out. It is advisable to look for a place where the knowledge acquired during your studies can be applied, and where the student can play a meaningful role in the work.
What activities might be relevant to the Engineering Management BSc and MSc programs?
The examples below will help you select a suitable role. It is not necessary to gain experience in all the areas listed:
• management information systems and how they operate,
• the organisation’s structure and operational systems,
• the organisation’s strategy and business activities,
• technological processes,
• human resource management methods,
• audit and controlling processes,
• financial planning and control processes,
• accounting and administrative processes,
• management processes and methods,
• the quality management system and its methods,
• business communication and negotiation techniques,
• marketing activities,
• incentive and motivation schemes,
• practical aspects of taxation and social security,
• the practical application of information technology and computing.
What makes the Industrial Internship professionally beneficial?
The aim of the Industrial Internship is active participation: carrying out specific, achievable tasks, understanding their purpose, and receiving feedback on the work completed.
If the host organisation allows it, it is worth learning about the workings of and relationships between different organisational units, and taking part in professional discussions, meetings or in-house training sessions.
What needs to be agreed before applying?
It is advisable to clarify the following in advance:
- the planned tasks and their professional content;
- the duration of the internship and the work schedule;
- the name of the staff member responsible for professional supervision;
- the necessary contracts and certificates;
- the scope of company information that may be used in the report.
If you are unsure whether the chosen internship or role is suitable, please contact Timea Török, the department’s administrative assistant, before the internship begins. In your enquiry, please include the name of the internship organisation, its activities and a brief description of your planned tasks.