Table 3

The measurement model for the process and the outcome of the internship

FactorsObserved variableFactor loading
Supervisor from the companyI received constructive feedback from the supervisor at the company (q51)0.75
We discussed my internship tasks with the supervisor at the company (q52)0.69
The supervisor's feedback helped me to understand the areas in which I need to develop my knowledge and skills (q53)0.71
AVE of the factor 0.52, reliability of the factor 0.76
Implementability of knowledgeI had enough knowledge and skills from my university studies (incl. my specialisation) to go to the internship (q38)0.88
I managed to implement what I learnt from university (q58)0.68
AVE of the factor 0.62, reliability of the factor 0.76
OutcomesMy cooperation skills developed (q86)0.76
My communication skills developed (q87)0.76
My internship made me more independent (q88)0.71
Gained knowledge and skills that will help me in the labour market in the future (q89)0.61
I gained knowledge and skills to manage new situations (q811)0.69
AVE of the factor 0.50, reliability of the factor 0.83

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