17.3.3 Code of Conduct During Internship
The interns are expected to act in a professional and ethical manner that makes the employer want to host interns from UD in the future.
The Code of Conduct for the Internship Program is set to specifically address the issues and concerns regarding the behavior and attitude of interns during their internship program. Interns are expected to act in a professional manner at all times and must abide by the rules, policies and procedures of the University of Dubai, the host company and the city/country of work placement. Failure to adhere to the stipulations in this Code of Conduct shall result in either revoking one’s internship and/or academic suspension or probation.
- Work Ethics
- Absenteeism - Students are allowed a maximum of 5 days (excused) absence due to any of the following reasons:
- An accident (involving the student) to be supported by a police report.
- Student accompanying the parent/family member for medical treatment/emergency supported by the patient’s medical certificate attested by the Ministry of Health.
- A sickness condition supported by medical certificate attested by the Ministry of Health.
- A death of an immediate family member supported by the death certificate. (A family member refers to father, mother, brother, sister, wife, husband, son, daughter, aunt, uncle, grandparent, cousin, niece and nephew).
- Any other absence(s) beyond the above stated 5 days will automatically result in a grade of “F” irrespective of the reasons.
- Tardiness - Students are expected to be punctual at all times. However, following situations are unavoidable and can be excused:
- An emergency/life and death situation for which the student must submit supporting documents duly attested by the concerned agencies (e.g. police report, medical certificates etc. as stated in 1 above)
- Interns who will be late must inform their field supervisors at least 15 minutes prior to their scheduled work.
- Any unexcused tardiness of more than 5 times is equivalent to 1 day of absence
- Compliance - Interns are expected to comply with the field supervisor’s instructions at all times. This ensures a smooth workflow and a productive transfer of knowledge and learning experience. Acts of disobedience and abandonment of internship post will be seriously regarded and result in failing the internship program.
- All students who travel with University of Dubai’s International Professionalism
- Interns are expected to be in their best professional behavior/conduct/appearance at all times during the internship program as they represent the University of Dubai.
- Interns must familiarize, adhere and comply with the set rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the host company, the University of Dubai, the directives set forth by the Internship and Career Development Center, and the assigned Academic Supervisors.
- Interns must display initiative and foresight to work with minimum supervision and flexibility in a diversified workplace.
- Interns must be proactive and display strong leadership and team – working skills.
- Interns must possess good writing, verbal and listening skills
- Interns should dress appropriately at work at all times. Some companies require that interns come to work in corporate attire or local dress while others are comfortable with casual clothing. Interns must take note of the dress code of the company so as not to offend or be put in an embarrassing situation.
- Interns must maintain a highly professional and business – like manner of communication. The use of abusive, vulgar or profane language is not allowed.
- The use of illegal drugs, alcohol and weapons is strictly prohibited. Under no circumstance will this be allowed and anyone caught doing so will be dealt with the corresponding disciplinary action.
- The use of violence, inflicting harm, threatening and coercing co-workers at the work place is strictly prohibited.
- Discourtesy and rudeness whether verbal, physical or visual harassment is not allowed.
- Any damage, loss, theft or destruction to property in the workplace is the sole responsibility of the intern. The intern must compensate/indemnify for items lost or damaged be it accidental or intentional in nature.
- Conducting personal business over the phone, internet or email is not allowed unless doing so is part of an assigned internship task wherein prior approval by the field supervisor has been given.
- Engaging in acts of impropriety, personal and/or sexual harassments in the workplace is absolutely prohibited.
- Academic Honor Code - Participating in the Internship Program requires dedication and commitment on the part of the students. Students are expected to approach their internship with an openness to learn, grow, develop and take criticism in a positive manner. In order to successfully complete the Internship