UEF Finance and Banking Students Ready and Well-Prepared for Their Upcoming Internships

UEF Finance and Banking students proactively prepare their knowledge, skills, and mindset ahead of their internships

Attending the workshop were Mr. Do Quoc Anh - Vice Chairman of the University Council; Dr. Ha Thi Thuy - Dean of the Faculty of Finance and Accounting; Dr. Le Huu Nghia - Vice Dean of the Faculty of Finance and Accounting; M.A. Nguyen Thi Kim Loan - Deputy Director of the Center of Corporate Relations; along with a large number of Finance and Banking students.

Joining the students for the discussion and sharing session was Dr. Tran Van - former Vice Chairman of the National Assembly’s Finance and Budget Committee. Drawing on his practical experience and career development journey, the speaker gave students a closer look at what lies behind a successful internship: what creates a positive impression on employers, how students should present themselves, and how they can turn their internship period into a stepping stone for their future careers.

The University presented a letter of appreciation to Dr. Tran Van

One of the speaker’s key recommendations to UEF students was to prepare proactively before entering the workplace. Learning in advance about the company’s field of operation, business activities, financial situation, and other relevant information can provide students with a stronger foundation for observation and help them ask more meaningful questions during their internship.

Once students enter the corporate environment, being proactive remains essential. They are encouraged to ask questions, apply what they have learned to solve problems, learn from colleagues, observe workplace processes, identify areas for improvement, and, where appropriate, propose solutions to their supervisors.

The speaker discussed with UEFers how to make the most of their internships through proactive exploration and learning

From the perspective of both an expert and a recruiter, the speaker highlighted several criteria students should keep in mind when entering the workplace. The first is attitude and professional conduct: politeness, a well-groomed appearance, proper greetings, and the ability to maintain positive relationships with colleagues and different departments. Professional knowledge and skills, confidence, and sincerity in the workplace are also important qualities.

Drawing on his own career development journey, Dr. Tran Van also encouraged students to remain persistent in learning and proactive in adapting to change. The labour market is evolving rapidly, and knowledge that is relevant today may need to be updated tomorrow. Continuous learning, expanding professional knowledge, and strengthening foreign-language proficiency are therefore essential throughout one’s career.

The Q&A session expanded the discussion to issues of particular interest to students, including the labour market, the level of competition within the industry, and trends in AI adoption. Through practical questions, students gained additional perspectives on the changes taking place in the Finance and Banking sector and the increasingly demanding expectations placed on young professionals.

Students asked questions and directly exchanged views with the speaker on the labour market and career opportunities

In addition to the discussion with the speaker, the workshop also dedicated time to helping students gain a clear understanding of matters directly related to their upcoming internships.

Dr. Ha Thi Thuy and M.A. Nguyen Thi Kim Loan respectively provided guidance and answered questions about the key matters students need to prepare for and pay attention to, including the internship course, required documents, internship reports, graduation projects, internship schedules, grading regulations, and course assessment. Detailed information was also provided on host companies, internship opportunities offered by the University’s corporate partners, and important considerations throughout the internship process.

Dr. Ha Thi Thuy and M.A. Nguyen Thi Kim Loan shared key information that students need to keep in mind during their internships

For third- and fourth-year Finance and Banking students, the approaching internship period also marks an important transition. The knowledge accumulated in the classroom will begin to be applied in real-world contexts, while students’ conduct, sense of responsibility, and ability to adapt will be tested through specific workplace tasks.

The workshop therefore provided practical value for this important stage of their journey. Insights from an experienced professional, together with detailed guidance from the University, will help UEFers enter the workplace with greater confidence, take a proactive approach to learning throughout their internships, and gradually develop a clearer direction for their future careers.

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