BEFORE
Q1. What is Engineering Industrial Training (EIT) at IIUM?
A: It is a work-based learning experience required by IIUM as part of your degree, intended to help you apply what you have learned in class to real workplace settings, enhance your skills, ethics, and readiness for employment. It is a 5-CH course, minimum 10-week duration, conducted BEFORE the end of your study in IIUM.
Q2. What does the prerequisite minimum 90-CH means?
A: It means you need to earn at least 90CH by the time you are doing EIT. This requirement ensures that students are in their third year standing and have acquired sufficient fundamental and engineering knowledge before proceeding to EIT.
Q3. What happens if I don’t meet the minimum 90-CH while I’m doing EIT?
If you discover after starting EIT that you do not meet this requirement, the process is as follows:
- You will need to submit an appeal letter to the Office of the Deputy Dean (Academic and Industrial Linkages, ODDAIL).
- The appeal letter must first be endorsed by your Programme Coordinator.
- The decision (approval, disapproval, or other consequence) will be at the discretion of the Kulliyyah management.
Q4. When should I start applying for industry placement?
A: You should begin looking for a placement one semester before EIT, and make sure all prerequisites are to be met prior to EIT. Check with your Coordinator for precise deadlines.
Q5. Where can I search for potential industrial placement offer?
A: IIUM provides a Company Database, which lists organizations that have previously accepted our students. However, you are not limited to this list. You are encouraged to actively search for opportunities through:
- LinkedIn, JobStreet and other job portals
- Company websites (career pages)
- Networking with alumni, lecturers, or personal contacts
💡 Tip: Apply to as many companies as possible so you have multiple options and a higher chance of securing a placement.
Q6. How do I decide on a suitable placement?
A: Consider your programme field, area of specialization, career goals, skills you want to develop, location, and whether the organization supports learning (mentorship, projects). Also check past interns’ feedback if available.
Q7. Am I allowed to change my mind after I’ve confirm placement with a company?
A: Strictly NO. Once you have confirmed and accepted an industrial placement, it is considered final. Backing out after confirmation may damage IIUM’s reputation with the company and jeopardize future opportunities for other students.
💡 Tip: Apply to multiple companies beforehand so that you have options. Only confirm a placement when you are absolutely sure, and politely DECLINE the other companies in a proper manner.
DURING
Q1. What if I encounter difficulties at my workplace?
A: Immediately inform your Programme Coordinator. IIUM has support mechanisms to assist you, especially for serious issues like safety, legal problems, or harassment.
Q2. Am I allowed to take leave during internship?
A: Leaves are generally not allowed except for valid reasons (e.g. medical, emergencies) with approval from company. For extended leave, you need to discuss with the company and extending EIT duration to fulfill the minimum 10-week requirement.
Q3. Can I change the start/end dates or duration of my training once it has begun?
A: Changes are generally not allowed unless there are significant reasons. Any changes must be approved by the company and your Programme Coordinator (PC) is aware of it.
AFTER
Q1. What do I need to do to complete my Industrial Training successfully?
A: The following is the checklist for completion of EIT:
- Submission of logbook and executive summary/report
- Completion of Student Survey
- Presentation for assessing your training
- Company Supervisor Assessment (Link will be emailed to them by your PC)