Informe final práctica empresarial Fenalco seccional Santander

Abstract

The purpose of this report is to present the development and results of the business internship performed at the National Federation of Merchants and Entrepreneurs (Fenalco) Bucaramanga, Santander, during a period of six months, from September 6, 2023 to March 6, 2024. The internship was developed in the Projects, Agreements and Business Connections department, where the intern performed the following functions: Support in the organization and planning of the union and sectorial representation of Fenalco Santander, support in the organization of business events such as the Night of the Best 2023, support in the different calls required for the union meetings and trainings carried out. As part of these functions, the student attended meetings with businessmen and representatives of public and private institutions, conducted specific research of interest to Fenalco Santander, prepared reports and presentations required and made calls for various trainings and meetings during the internship period. In this sense, the internship was an enriching experience, since it allowed applying academic knowledge in a real context to acquire new skills, such as the functioning of a guild, project management skills and oral and written communication skills. In conclusion, it should be noted that the business internship is a valuable opportunity that allows students to acquire work experience and apply academic knowledge in a real context and it is recommended that universities allow the opportunity to perform business internships in organizations that encourage them to acquire experience in areas relevant to their academic training.