Intern contract: questions and answers
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If you have considered hiring an intern in your company, in this post we explain what an internship contract is, how the relationship is regulated, and how long it lasts.
Normally students in the final years of universities, master's degrees or courses with own degree have the possibility of doing internships in companies to complete their training and it is at that moment when we speak of the scholarship contract.
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"Is an internship contract signed to start the internship?"
"Actually, although it's commonly called an internship contract, what is signed is an educational cooperation agreement between the university or educational institution and the company for the internship of a specific student who is still studying."
Is the intern an employee?
No, because there is no employment relationship between the intern and the company, but only an agreement between the university and the company.
Is it mandatory to remunerate the intern?
Remuneration is not mandatory, but whether financial compensation or payments such as transportation or meals are agreed will depend on each agreement.
How long does the intern contract last?
The duration of the internship will depend on what has been agreed between the study center and the company; generally, it is between 3-6 months or a year.
What content does an internship agreement have?
The internship agreement with the educational institution usually includes the following sections: Identification of the signatories Description of the internship to be carried out Regulations governing the agreement Insurance coverage related to the internship Remuneration of the intern, if applicable Schedule, obligations, rights, etc.
What types of practices exist?
As a general rule, there are usually two types of internships: Curricular: These are the ones that are mandatory in order to obtain a degree. Extracurricular: These are the ones the student does voluntarily.
What tasks can an intern perform?
The internship of an intern is focused on entering in the world of work, so the activities carried out during the internship must be related to the studies they are pursuing.
What does Social Security contribution mean for an intern with an internship agreement?
An intern who contributes to Social Security through a "internship contract" is entitled to retirement, disability, and temporary incapacity benefits due to workplace accidents or common illnesses, but does NOT have the right to unemployment benefits. The contribution base is the minimum of the General Regime for training and apprenticeship contracts.
What rights does an intern contract have?
The intern must have a tutor in the company (it is mandatory, remember that he is not a worker) this tutor must follow his evolution, give him guidelines for the tasks he will perform, train him on the prevention of occupational risks , the company rules and at the end of the internship you must make a report on the tasks performed, the total hours in internships and the objectives achieved. If the student requests it, it can also issue a certificate of practices and good conduct.
What is the difference between an internship agreement and an internship contract?
The agreement for internships is aimed at students who are still studying, generally in the last years of their degree. However, the internship contract is a labor contract aimed at recent graduates who lack experience. If you wish to hire an intern, consult with a lawyer or labor advisor to understand the rights and obligations before signing the agreement.
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