Indonesia's National Internship Program Continues with Third Batch

Remaining Slots and Regional Participation

Indonesia's national internship program still has 20,000 slots available for its third batch, according to Minister of Manpower Yassierli. The program aims to place 100,000 interns throughout 2025, with the first two batches having successfully absorbed 80,000 participants. The minister emphasized the importance of regional participation to ensure the program's even distribution across different provinces.

Program Details and Government Support

The paid internship program, which offers wages based on provincial or regency minimum wage (UMP/UMK), has received positive response. The government has already allocated the necessary budget for the remaining slots. Yassierli mentioned that coordination meetings with the Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs have confirmed the readiness of the program's implementation for the third batch.

Economic Context and Impact

This national internship program is part of the government's efforts to address youth unemployment and provide practical work experience. By encouraging regional participation, the government aims to distribute the program's benefits across various regions, potentially boosting local economies through the injection of labor market experience and skills development.