OJT (On-the-Job Training) is the supervised internship many Philippine college programs require. You work at a host company or agency related to your course for a set number of hours.
Common requirements:
- Usually in your final year
- An approved host company or agency
- A supervisor's evaluation
- A final report or portfolio
- A required number of hours, set by your program
What it means for you:
- Choose your host carefully — OJT is your first real look at the work
- Good performance can lead to job offers and useful references
- Government offices also take interns, which helps if you're aiming for public service