Look beyond the allowance when choosing internship 


FOR many Malaysian university students, industrial training is a compulsory part of completing their studies. It is meant to bridge the gap between classroom learning and the workplace, allowing students to gain practical experience, professional exposure and greater confidence before graduation.

Yet, one factor appears to increasingly influence internship choices more than others: the allowance.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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