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NEXGEN OJT

NEXGEN OJT – On-the-Job Training Program by ESDO

Bridging the Gap Between Classrooms and Careers

In today’s competitive job market, degrees alone are no longer enough. The ability to apply academic knowledge in real-world settings is what defines a truly job-ready graduate. That’s why the University Grants Commission (UGC) has mandated On-the-Job Training (OJT) or internships as a part of undergraduate education.

NEXGEN OJT, a flagship initiative by ESDO, is designed to address the gaps in internship quality, access, and implementation, ensuring that students gain meaningful and career-relevant experience—not just a certificate.

The Challenge: Internships Done Wrong

Despite the UGC mandate, many institutions struggle with:

  • Lack of quality internship opportunities
  • Poor student guidance or monitoring
  • Forged or irrelevant internship certificates
  • A "tick-the-box" attitude instead of real engagement

This leads to wasted academic potential and lost career opportunities.

The Solution: NEXGEN OJT by ESDO

NEXGEN OJT is a structured, outcome-driven internship model for final-year students, especially in Finance, IT, and Business streams.

Key Features:
  • Free of Cost for colleges
  • Minimum 120 hours of real-world, skill-focused training
  • Aptitude-based selection to ensure student seriousness
  • Structured mentorship by both academic and industry professionals
  • Active collaboration between ESDO, colleges, and employers

Benefits for Students

Real-World Readiness
  • Apply classroom concepts in business environments
  • Gain exposure to workplace culture and dynamics
  • Get hands-on experience in relevant domains
Career Acceleration
  • Build confidence, communication, and adaptability
  • Network with mentors and professionals
  • Boost resume strength and job prospects
  • Some internships even convert into full-time job offers
Financial & Professional Growth
  • Experience adds value to placement interviews
  • Mentorship improves clarity on career paths
  • Internship letters and evaluations enhance employability

Benefits for Colleges

Industry-Aligned Curriculum

  • Feedback from employers helps refine academic content

Enhanced Employability & Rankings

  • Improves NAAC/NIRF scores through better placements
  • Builds reputation for producing job-ready graduates

Stronger Industry Relations

  • Gain access to ESDO’s employer network for future collaboration
  • Possibilities for guest lectures, joint research, or CSR support

Alumni & Student Satisfaction

  • Practical outcomes lead to happier students and more engaged alumni
  • Greater word-of-mouth and referrals for admissions

How ESDO Supports OJT Implementation

For Colleges

  • Identifies quality internship opportunities across sectors
  • Prepares students through career workshops and interview prep
  • Provides mentorship structure and reporting templates

For Students

  • Career awareness sessions
  • Aptitude-based screening for best-fit internships
  • Continuous mentoring during internship
  • Employability certification upon completion

For Industry Partners

  • End-to-end internship coordination
  • Compliance with Apprenticeship & Internship Acts
  • Access to pre-screened, motivated talent

The NEXGEN OJT Model: A Win-Win-Win

Stakeholder Value Delivered
Students Experience, exposure, employability
Colleges Reputation, relevance, rankings
Industry Ready-to-train talent, CSR visibility

What Makes NEXGEN OJT Different?

  • No costs to colleges or students
  • Strict quality standards & aptitude screening
  • Active monitoring, not passive documentation
  • Real internships—not just paperwork

Call to Action: Let’s Do This Right

Students Don’t take shortcuts—choose internships that grow you.
Colleges Let’s partner to provide students with real industry exposure.
Employers Be part of shaping tomorrow’s workforce today.