The PREVIEW project aimed to achieve three key objectives. First, to design and test an innovative, student-centered model of remote internship that reflects the skills and expectations of both students and employers in a digital and globalized labor market. Second, to strengthen the resilience and employability of university students by equipping them with the new competences required for remote work—such as digital collaboration, autonomy, and adaptability. Third, to support higher education institutions in transitioning from traditional in-person internships to flexible, remote and inclusive formats through the development of a Remote Internship Blueprint (RIB), learning tools, and service design methodologies. By engaging universities, companies, and students in the co-design processes, the project aimed to foster innovation in academic programs and promote equal access to meaningful work-based learning experiences. Preview achieved all the deliverables as envisaged in the proposal.
The PREVIEW project was conceived to address the urgent need for higher education institutions to equip students with the skills and competences required for effectively perform in a remote work environment—an increasingly dominant working arrangement in the digital age. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the structural limitations of traditional internships and emphasized the necessity of flexible, inclusive, and resilient learning environments. This project aims to modernize academic practices by integrating innovative learning and teaching methodologies into remote internship models. By mapping internship systems across partner universities and collecting data from students, graduates, and employers, PREVIEW responds to the lack of structured frameworks for high-quality virtual internships. It also seeks to reduce geographical and socio-economic barriers, promoting equal opportunities for employability and professional growth also for students based in disadvantaged areas. Ultimately, PREVIEW supports the development of a student-centered, future-oriented curriculum tailored to the evolving demands of the labor market.