New Internship Policy to Benefit 100,000 Malaysian Students
Introduction
At HR2eazy, we’re always keeping a close eye on policies that impact businesses and workforce development in Malaysia. Recently, the Human Resources Ministry (MOHR), in partnership with Talent Corporation Malaysia Bhd (TalentCorp), announced the rollout of the 1:3 Practical Training Policy —a transformative initiative designed to empower local talent and shape the future of Malaysia’s workforce
This policy, set to begin its pilot phase on February 15, will run until the end of the year before being fully implemented on January 1 next year. Under this new directive, companies hiring expatriates will be required to provide up to three internship opportunities for Malaysian students for each Expatriate Employment Pass (EP) approved.
With structured and paid industrial training placements, the policy aims to equip 100,000 students with real-world skills while optimizing expatriates’ contributions to Malaysia's workforce.
What This Means for Businesses
Companies complying with the policy stand to gain numerous benefits, including eligibility for tax relief under the National Structured Internship Programme (MySIP). Additionally, businesses that meet the requirements will enjoy priority processing for future EP applications, offering a seamless way to balance expatriate expertise with local talent development.
At HR2eazy, we understand that new policies like this one can bring additional administrative responsibilities, especially when managing interns. That’s where partnering with a HR and Payroll software like HR2eazy can make all the difference because not only will you have a robust system, you will have the guidance of experienced HR professional consultants to help you navigate through major updates such as this.
Key Highlights of the 1:3 Practical Training Policy:
Structured and paid training opportunities for Malaysian students.
A ratio of one expatriate to three trainees, fostering local talent development.
Priority processing for future EP applications for compliant companies.
Collaboration with educational institutions and industry leaders to ensure effective implementation.
How HR2eazy Can Help
With the introduction of this policy, businesses will need to manage new processes efficiently—from tracking trainee information to ensuring compliance with government requirements. HR2eazy’s all-in-one HRMS is designed to support businesses in this transition. Our system simplifies workforce management with features like automated payroll, centralized employee data tracking, and real-time reporting to meet regulatory needs with ease. On top of that, you can get complementary guidance from our HR consultants on a monthly basis!
This is an exciting opportunity to align your business goals with Malaysia’s Madani Economic Framework, which emphasizes sustainability, prosperity, and innovation.
Got any questions? Feel free to write in to our HR Consultant and Senior Manager, Suresh Kumar at [email protected]. Alternatively, how HR2eazy’s HR Consulting Services or HR Training Services can help navigate your department and company through these changes.
