GUIDELINES FOR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

FOR

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE

2024 - 25
 Guidelines for 30-Days Internship Program for
Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com)

Objectives:

1. To Provide practical exposure to students in the field of Commerce and Management.

2. To Bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
3. To Enhance students' understanding of real-world business operations.
4. To Develop students' professional skills and employability.

I. INTERNSHIP PHASE:

1. Duration: The students 6th semester B. Com classes should undergo Internship training for
Minimum 90 hours working days, with a minimum of 4 hours per day. (As a onetime measure
for the academic year 2024- 2025 the Internship has to be completed within one month after the
commencement of 6th semester classes (30th March 2025), The colleges have to provide
necessary information, support and guidelines to the students immediately after the completion
of the 5th semester Examination.)
2. Area of Internship: The area of Internship can be in the fields of Commerce or Management.
The choice of internship is in no way associated with choice of electives
3. Organisation: The choice of organization for Internship can be Organised or Unorganised
sector, Manufacturing, Trading and Service sector, business enterprises and corporate
establishments, like Micro, Small, Medium, and Large-Scale organizations, Sole Proprietary
and Partnership firm, Government Organizations, Government departments and local bodies,
Public and Private sector Banks, NGOs, Development agencies. Internships can be pursued in
any location within Bangalore.
4. Tasks and Responsibilities of Interns during Internship: Students have to collect various
types of information and data from the company during their internship. Here are some
common types of information and data that students may be expected to collect for preparing
their report:
a. Company Overview: Background information about the company, including its history,
mission, vision, and organizational structure.
b. Departmental Overview: An overview of the department or departments where the
student worked, including their functions, roles, and responsibilities.
 c. Internship Objectives: The objectives of the internship as outlined by the student and the
company.
d. Tasks and Responsibilities: A detailed description of the tasks and responsibilities
undertaken by the student during the internship.
e. Learnings and Experiences: Reflections on the learning experiences gained during the
internship, including challenges faced and lessons learnt.
f. Project Work: Details of any specific projects or assignments completed by the student
during the internship, including the methodologies used and the results achieved.
g. Skills Development: Discussion of the skills developed or enhanced during the internship,
such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
h. Recommendations: Recommendations for the company based on the student's
observations and experiences during the internship.
i. Conclusion: A conclusion summarizing the key findings and insights from the internship
experience.
j. References: Any references or sources used in the report, such as books, articles, or
websites.
It's important for students to collect this information and data throughout their internship to
ensure that they have enough material to create a comprehensive and insightful report. They should
also maintain regular communication with their internship supervisor to seek feedback and
guidance on the report.
5. Regular Check-ins: Ensure regular check-ins between the internship guides and the student to
monitor progress and address any issues. The internship guides should maintain Internship
Weekly Progress Template to record the progress of each student.
 FORMAT OF INTERNSHIP REPORT

1. Cover Page
2. Certificate Issued by The Company
3. College Certificate
4. Guide Certificate
5. Student Declaration
6. Acknowledgement
7. Table of Contents
8. Executive Summary
9. Chapter I: Introduction & Company Profile
10. Chapter II: Work Experience
11. Chapter III: Observation, Conclusion and Bibliography
12. Annexure: Internship weekly Report
 INTERNSHIP REPORT ON
(Internship Topic)

Submitted to Bangalore University in partial fulfilment of requirement for

the award of the degree of Bachelor of Commerce

Submitted by
(Name of the Student)
Reg. No
(UUCMS Number)
VI Semester B. Com

Under the guidance of

(Name of the Internship guide)
Asst. Professor

Dayananda Sagar College of Arts, Science and Commerce,

Shavige Malleshwara Hill, Kumaraswamy Layout, Bangalore
2024 - 25
 Certificate issued by the company

COMPANY LETTERHEAD

Should contain name of the student, register number, duration – start date and end date,

Internship role, Department, Company guide name, designation, contact number, Email ID,

signature and seal (If available). Confidentiality rating on 10 points

 COLLEGE CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that Mr. / Ms. (Name of the Student) of VI Semester BBA bearing Register Number:

(UUCMS ID) has successfully completed the Internship as (Internship role) at (Name of the

Company) company from (Start Date) to (End Date). During the internship period, Mr. / Ms. (Name

of the Student) has demonstrated exceptional dedication, diligence, and professionalism in executing

their assigned tasks. They exhibited a keen interest in learning and actively contributed to the

internship objectives.

Date:

HOD Principal
 GUIDE CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that Mr. / Ms. (Name of the Student) bearing Register Number
(UUCMS Number) of 6th Semester of B. Com has successfully completed internship
report titled (“Title of the internship report”) during the academic year 2024 - 25 in
partial fulfilment of requirement for the award of degree of Bachelors of Commerce,
Bangalore University.

PLACE: Bangalore Signature of the guide

DATE: Prof. (Name of the Guide)

 STUDENT DECLARATION

This is to certify that the project titled ("Title of Internship”) at (Name of the
company) is Carried out independently by me under the guidance Prof. (Name of the
Guide) and this work is an original one and has not been submitted earlier to any other
university or any other Institution for the fulfilment of the requirement of a course of
study.

Place: (Name and Signature of the Student)

DATE: (Registration Number)
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I am writing to express my sincere gratitude to Dayananda Sagar College of Arts, Science, and
Commerce for providing me with the invaluable opportunity to undertake my internship at (Name of
the Company) as part of my 6th-semester B. Com course at Bangalore University.

This internship has been a pivotal experience in my academic journey. At (Name of the Company), I
was able to apply theoretical concepts learned in the classroom to real-world scenarios, gaining a
comprehensive understanding of the corporate environment. The hands-on experience I acquired in
various aspects of business operations has significantly enriched my practical knowledge and skill set.

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the faculty and administration of Dayananda Sagar
College of Arts, Science, and Commerce for their unwavering support and encouragement. The
college's commitment to fostering student development through practical exposure is truly
commendable. Special thanks to Prof. (Name of the Guide) for their guidance and mentorship
throughout this period.

Furthermore, I am grateful to (Name of the Company) for welcoming me into their organization and
providing a conducive learning environment. The experience has equipped me with essential
professional skills, including teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication, which are
crucial for my future career aspirations.

This opportunity has not only broadened my horizons but also prepared me to face the challenges of
the corporate world with confidence. I am deeply appreciative of the chance to grow both personally
and professionally through this internship.
Thank you once again for this incredible opportunity.

Table of Contents

Chapter Details Description Page Nos.

Executive Summary
CHAPTER 1: Introduction and Profile of the Company: Explain which company you interned with, where
the facility was located, and the main emphasis of your learning experience.
Profile of the organization/firm/company, main areas of its activities, business model, products and /or services
offered, client base, corporate philosophy, hierarchical structure, number of employees, sales turn over,
competition, growth prospects, etc. etc. Do not attach photocopies of company brochures, but develop the
profile in your own language and make it interesting and readable!
Chapter 2: Work Experience
 Learning Agreement and Learning Objectives:
o What was the purpose of your internship at the company? What made you choose that particular
company/firm/organization for your internship?
o Describe the specific area(s) of internship or training.
o In which department(s) of the company was the Internship taken? Please describe the business
unit, its business concentration and objectives.
o What responsibilities, if any or assignment were given to you?

Chapter 3: Discussion:
You have a lot of flexibility in writing up this main section depending on the type of assignment/project /
research / learning environment/training, etc. that was assigned to you! This chapter will cover in detail the
work you carried out during the Internship. Your report will be judged by the thoroughness with which you have
covered the main assignment in this section.
4. Observations & Conclusions
Use this section for precise statements which draw together the objectives of your Internship and the learning
experience of the Internship and to what extent the objectives were fulfilled. Care should be exercised to remain
objective and to avoid personal bias.
5. Internship Information Summary :
a. How was monitoring/supervising of the Internship process/work organized at the company?
b. What kind of challenges did you face? What have you achieved during the internship?

c. What kind of business experience (positive and negative, if applicable) did you gain?
d. Comment on any issues other than business-related to the Internship experience, negative and positive.
e. What new concepts, ideas, approaches, etc. did you learn during the Internship?
f. What was your interpersonal, leadership, teambuilding, project management, time management
experience which you acquired during the Internship, if any?
g. Level of usefulness of the Internship for learning. What can be done more efficiently to make the
internship at the company more useful professionally?
h. How do you see your future networking at the company? Have you got any useful contacts?
i. Will you follow up with any further actions to support the contacts?
j. Do you see the company as a possible place to start your career? Why?
6. Appendices:
You may include a Attendance Report or bibliography, if any. This section may contain supporting data for the
text. Examples of appendix material are data sheets, questionnaire samples, illustrations, maps, charts, etc.