The Desirable Characteristics of Information Science Interns as Perceived by Business Organizations

Abstract

This research aims to study the desirable characteristics of information science interns
according to the needs of each type of business organization. The sample was classifed into 4
types from 33 organizations such as government agencies, state enterprises, private organizations,
and government regulation organizations. The result showed that desirable characteristics of
the information science interns as perceived by business organization were divided into 2 main
skills. The frst skill was called Soft skill. It includes the moral and ethical behavior that most
influences professional internships, namely discipline, punctuality, responsibility and teamwork.
Cognitive skills were critical and systematic thinking, and information searching, analyzing and
assessment for solving problem, the personal relationship and responsibilities assisted and
facilitated problem solving in various situations. The second skill was called Hard skill. It includes
Thai, English and other language skills for communication, and the ability to use offce suites
software capabilities and specialized software for specifc tasks.