Semester 6 Becomes a Career Gateway as Cyber University Students Prepare for Internships

Cyber University is entering a crucial phase in its students’ learning journey, particularly for cohorts moving into the sixth semester. The internship program is set to become a central agenda item, with preparations beginning as early as the fifth semester to help students gain first-hand exposure to the workplace.

At Cyber University, the Company Learning Program (CLP) 3+1 places internships at the core of the academic pathway. Under the scheme, students spend three years in classroom learning and one year interning in industry. As a result, the sixth semester is designed as a key preparation period before students begin placements at companies that have partnered with the university.

Preparation ahead of Semester 6

As they transition from coursework to professional practice, students across programs have begun actively searching for internship opportunities aligned with their fields and interests.

Students in the Information Systems and Technology program, for instance, are widely targeting technology-sector companies for roles such as programming, data analysis and web development.

They pursue internship placements through multiple channels, including professional career platforms, official company websites and recommendations from alumni who have already completed internships. The process is seen as an early step in understanding industry expectations while building work experience before graduation.

Digital Business students have shown similar enthusiasm. Many are aiming for roles in digital marketing, e-commerce and technology-based financial services, reflecting broader industry demand for young talent that can adapt to ongoing digital transformation.

Internships as a first step into industry

Alongside these preparations, students are also navigating challenges such as choosing the right internship placement and adapting to professional work culture.

Still, the period is widely viewed as a valuable opportunity to sharpen both technical capabilities and soft skills such as communication, discipline and teamwork.

For many, internships function as a simulation of post-graduation life, offering a direct experience of workplace routines and expectations in industry.

Cyber University’s internship program—at an institution that brands itself as “The First Fintech University in Indonesia”—is positioned not only as part of the academic curriculum, but also as an early gateway for students to build professional networks and broaden their industry exposure.

Career Center’s role in supporting students

The Career Center is also involved in assisting students through this stage. Support includes academic guidance, information on partner companies, facilitation of communication with industry and supporting programs such as career preparation training.

The efforts aim to ensure students are better equipped to meet real workplace demands. With stronger preparation, Cyber University students are expected to complete internships as a meaningful foundation for their careers after graduation.

For more information on the internship program and Career Center services, students can visit Cyber University’s official website or follow the university’s available information channels.

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