Mindanaotoday.com |DOLE CDO conducts orientation, contract signing to 136 interns
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The Department of Labor and Employment-10 (DOLE-10) Cagayan de Oro Field Office headed by Chief Emmanuel G. Toledo, welcomed a new batch of 136 interns under the Government Internship Program (GIP) on 11 September 2023 at the Big Tent, Ultracraft, this city.
The GIP is a pivotal initiative aimed at empowering the youth and nurturing their potential in public service.
The interns will embark on this transformative journey from September 2023 and will conclude on December 15, 2023 at the 1st Congressional District Office.
The atmosphere resonated with enthusiasm and purpose as the event started. The interns, filled with hope and determination, found themselves on a distinctive journey in public service.
The orientation and contract signing were infused with a tangible spirit of dedication and accountability as they will be deployed to work on events organizing, operations, and administrative matters.
To offer insight into the world of public service, and foster a sense of purpose and dedication among the interns, TUPAD Coordinator Cheryl Castillon together with Bless C. Teopiz guided the interns through the core values of the Government Internship Program.
This was followed by a contract signing that rendered these young individuals as full-fledged public servants. Assistant District Director Roberto Amplayo, representing the 1st Congressional District Office, graced the event.
The lessons learned from the orientation will serve as compass for these interns during their tenure. DOLE CDOFO hopes that their actions will be driven by a sense of purpose, service, and the desire to make a meaningful impact – a reminder of the transformative power of the youth when given the right opportunities and guidance.
The program’s success will ultimately be evaluated based on the interns’ growth, contributions, and ability to carry forward the torch of responsible citizenship. (PR)
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