Improving the Internship Program at the Workplace to Increase Employment

Minister for Family, Labour and Social Protection L. Enkh-Amgalan met with Matilda Dimovska, Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), to discuss the implementation of a project aimed at increasing employment through internships.

 

Minister Enkh-Amgalan highlighted a paradox in Mongolia’s labour market, where there is both a shortage of labour and high unemployment. Together with UNDP, several projects have been undertaken to support employment, cooperatives, vocational education, and employers. While some initiatives have seen positive results, others have yet to fully achieve their intended outcomes.

 

In line with the Government’s 2024-2028 action plan, discussions focused on jointly implementing a new project designed to increase employment through internships. This initiative aims to provide job opportunities for 7,500 individuals, including those with vocational education, part-time workers, and those in the informal labor sector.

 

The project will focus on target groups, enhancing coordination between professional associations, part-time job exchanges, and training programs to ensure the successful implementation of employment opportunities through internships. This collaboration is expected to play a key role in improving employment outcomes and addressing the existing labor market challenges in Mongolia.