Certification and Internships Key to Preparing Digital Talent for the Workforce

Efforts to narrow the gap between education and industry needs are being strengthened through strategic collaboration. Synergy between universities and companies is a crucial step in producing digital talent who are not only academically excellent but also possess practical experience aligned with the evolving demands of the workforce.

This commitment was demonstrated by Cyber University through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Mid Solusi Nusantara (Mekari) during a seminar, poster day, and health check event in Jakarta. The partnership is part of the campus strategy to deliver learning that is in sync with the needs of the digital industry.

Mekari Brand Marketing representative Aryana Jasiman stated that the year-long collaboration will be realised through various programmes, including Mekari University, webinars, certification, and internship opportunities. She noted that collaboration between industry and higher education is increasingly important amidst rapid technological development, helping students understand workplace demands and prepare themselves before entering the professional environment.

“The goal of collaboration between industry and universities is to prepare students to be truly ready to work in the industry. I see many programmes specifically designed to equip students to face the working world,” she said.

Aryana added that beyond technical skills, the industry now requires graduates with resilience to cope with rapid changes. As a provider of a Software as a Service (SaaS) ecosystem, Mekari offers business solutions covering human resources, accounting, taxation, customer communication, and digital signatures. “We hope this experience and technology can serve as a bridge for students to understand real industry needs,” she concluded.

Cyber University Rector Gunawan Witjaksono said the partnership with Mekari is part of implementing the link and match concept between education and industry. He emphasised that students need applicable learning experiences to meet the demands of the digital sector. “We want students to have not only strong academic understanding but also practical experience and competencies that match current workplace needs,” he said. He added that direct involvement of industry players in the learning process will broaden students’ insights into the challenges and opportunities of the digital economy era.