[Malaysia] Pilot phase of 1:3 internship policy extended

In Malaysia, confirmation has been announced that the pilot phase of the 1:3 Internship Policy has been extended to March 31, 2026, Envoy Global reports.

The policy was introduced in January 2025 under the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA). 

It reportedly links expatriate hiring to local talent development, requiring employers to offer three structured, paid internship placements for every one expatriate hired. 

As a result of the extension, employers will now have additional time to:

• Familiarise themselves with the policy requirements 

• Plan and structure internship placements 

• Activate and onboard the MyNext platform

• Ensure compliance before full implementation 

TalentCorp will continue to support employers with guidance, clarification, and hands‑on assistance during the extended pilot period to strengthen internship pathways and industry‑education collaboration. 

According to the Expatriate Services Division (ESD), all companies registered with ESD and MDEC have been notified directly via email with instructions on onboarding the MyNext platform and updating internship details. 

Source: Envoy Global

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In Malaysia, confirmation has been announced that the pilot phase of the 1:3 Internship Policy has been extended to March 31, 2026, Envoy Global reports.

The policy was introduced in January 2025 under the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA). 

It reportedly links expatriate hiring to local talent development, requiring employers to offer three structured, paid internship placements for every one expatriate hired. 

As a result of the extension, employers will now have additional time to:

• Familiarise themselves with the policy requirements 

• Plan and structure internship placements 

• Activate and onboard the MyNext platform

• Ensure compliance before full implementation 

TalentCorp will continue to support employers with guidance, clarification, and hands‑on assistance during the extended pilot period to strengthen internship pathways and industry‑education collaboration. 

According to the Expatriate Services Division (ESD), all companies registered with ESD and MDEC have been notified directly via email with instructions on onboarding the MyNext platform and updating internship details. 

Source: Envoy Global

(Link via original reporting)