INTERNSHIPS AS A BRIDGE BETWEEN ACADEMIC LEARNING AND INDUSTRY EXPECTATIONS

AUTHOR – R. SUDHARSAN*, VANSH SURANA* & DR. S. MARUTHAVIJAYAN**

* STUDENTS AT THE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE IN LAW, TNDALU

** ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AT THE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE IN LAW, TNDALU

BEST CITATION – R. SUDHARSAN, VANSH SURANA & DR. S. MARUTHAVIJAYAN, INTERNSHIPS AS A BRIDGE BETWEEN ACADEMIC LEARNING AND INDUSTRY EXPECTATIONS, ILE MONTHLY REVIEW, 3 (1) OF 2025, PG. 01-23, APIS – 3920-0033 | ISSN – 2583-9586.

ABSTRACT

This study explores how internships serve as a critical link between academic learning and the expectations of the professional industry. It examines the role of structured internship programs in enhancing students’ practical skills, workplace readiness, and career clarity. The research highlights how effective coordination between academic institutions and industry partners can improve student outcomes and better align educational curricula with real-world demands. The findings offer valuable insights for educators, employers, and policymakers aiming to strengthen the transition from education to employment through meaningful internship experiences

Keywords – Internship, Academic Learning, Industry Expectations, Employability Skills, Experiential Learning, Career Development, Skill Gap, Work-Integrated Learning, Industry-Academia Collaboration.