Disguised Employment in Internships: Can Interns Sue?
Disguised Employment in Internships: Can Interns Sue? University graduates and learning students often pursue short-term practical experiences to bridge the gap between the academic learning and the realities of the job market. Internships serve as a preparedness against market insecurities. Many educational programs mandate students to gain practical work experience as the part of their learning ranging from short-term placements for secondary students to internships for vocational and university students. This reflects the growing emphasis on Work-Based or Work Integrated Learning, which integrates students with real work environments. According to International Labor Organization, an internship is any arrangement to work within a business or organization, to gain experience, skills, and contacts to support future employment. [1] However, when they deviate from this “educational purpose” serious labor concerns, about disguised employment arise. Consider a scenario where a f...