A NARRATIVE REPORT

IN

ON-THE-JOB TRAINING

UNDERTAKEN AT PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT

OF NUEVA ECIJA

IN PARTIAL FULLFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS IN INTERNSHIP

FOR THE DEGREE OF

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINSITRAITON

Presented by:

ERLENE P. LINSANGAN

BSBA 4-B

2023

CHAPTER I
 INTRODUCTION

Nueva Ecija's capital is Palayan City (llokano: Ciudad ti Palayan; Kapampangan: Lakanbalen
ning Palayan/Siudad ning Palayan; Pangasinan:Siyudad na Palayan/Lunsod na Palayan; Filipino:Lungsod
ngPalayan), a 5th-class city in the province of Nueva Ecija,Philippines. According to the latest census,it
has a population of 33,506 people in 6,279 households. Palayan City was created in 1965 by the Congress
of the Philippines and is one of the six cities of the Philippines whose creation was specifically planned
(the other five cities are Manila, Baguio, Quezon City, Trece Martires City, and the Island Garden City of
Samal).

The new capitol building of the Provincial Government of Nueva Ecija in Palayan City The
construction of the building started on February 20, 2000, and was inaugurated on January 30, 2002. The
transfer of the Provincial Capitol from Cabanatuan City to Palayan City was the ultimate dream of the late
governor Eduardo L. Joson. Ever since Palayan City was declared the new capital of the province by
virtue of RA 4465 on June 15, 1965, the dream was also envisioned by his successor and eldest son,
Governor Tomas N. Joson III. Hence, the realization of such a dream becomes a challenge, not only to
fulfill the promise of the father but also to serve his constituents in a more progressive environment that
would trigger more development opportunities not only in Palayan City but also in a whole province of
Nueva Ecija.

The transfer was not an easy pursuit. It required great work and study. To optimize the potential
of more than 55 hectares of continued land in Barangay Singalat, Palayan City, the Provincial
Government of Nueva Ecija commissioned Palafox Associates to undertake the conceptual development
plan for the transfer of the Provincial Capitol to Palayan City and the proposed eco-tourism zone that
would comprise approximately 13,000 hectares of land. The master plan was designed to identify all
possible developable areas that would attract both foreign and local investors to the urbanizing areas of
Nueva Ecija.

As planned, the new home of the Provincial Capitol is in Barangay Singalat, along the Aurora
Highway. From the time the project started in 2000, the Provincial Capitol site underwent a gradual shift
in development. In addition to the Provincial Government Complex, the Provincial Canteen, the
provincial government-owned radio station (DWNE), and the Nueva Ecija Convention Center are now
servicing the needs of the growing community. To support the sports development program, the Nueva
Ecija Sports Complex, complete with facilities, is now in the finishing stages. In the near future, the
Friendship Hotel and Eduardo L. Joson Memorial College will soon rise on the Capitol Site to provide
and sustain the continuous development of the province and its new seat of government.

The new capitol building is inspired by neoclassical architecture, as seen in its symmetrical forms
and columns. Its colossal structure defines a strong legacy of power and solidity amidst promising,
pristine land. Though the building is stately and stands to receive prominent personalities, whether
foreign or local, that would contribute to the further development of the province, its doors are humbly
opened for the common people who seek assistance in their everyday battles. As Governor Tomas N.
Joson III always says, "The new Capitol is for every Novo Ecijano, whether rich or poor. Thus, all
facilities in the Provincial Capitol building are open to all Novo Ecijanos. Literally speaking, the trust of
the provincial government is to secure transparent government, which is why all offices of government
agencies Hence, conference rooms are readily available to major agencies. Likewise, the amphitheater,
located on the second floor, is equipped with a sound system and can accommodate 150 people. The
venue is ideal for small conventions, symposiums, forums, and presentations.

One of the major attractions in the building is the Museo Novo Ecijano, or provincial museum,
located on the ground floor. Designed to feature the history and culture of the Novo Ecijanos, the museum
receives hundreds of students and visitors every day and provides fragments of the historical culture and
natural environment of the Novo Ecijanos that made them distinctive and gallant. Dioramas and artifacts
are displayed in different sections for better comprehension and appreciation. The material artifacts vary
from potteries, soil and mineral samples, traditional rice samples, furniture, and relief maps and models.
Old photos are also displayed to help visualize the old Novo Ecijano community. For the important
features of history and the flora and fauna of the province, dioramas are showcased. Models of Taong
Putik and Araquio personashes are also displayed to showcase the richness of the Novo Ecijano cultural
heritage.

In both wings of the building and its lobby, the walls are adorned with pieces of artwork made by
Novo Ecijanos artists and portraits and sculptures of past leaders of the province that contributed to the
progressive Nueva Ecija. Probably it cannot be easily noticed, but the Provincial Capitol Building is not
built only to provide services for the poor and needy or to accept plans and programs for the province's
development; it is built to preserve the legacy of Novo Ecijano people that has been handed down from
generations to generations, which is freedom and honor shared by all Novo Ecijanos.

The new capitol building in Palayan City is bigger and more beautiful than the old one. The new
capitol building is adjacent to the following buildings and sites: Nueva Ecija Convention Center, Nueva
Ecija Sports Complex, DWNE Provincial Radio Station building, Eduardo L. Joson Colleges, Nueva
Ecija Provincial Dormitory,Boy Scout of the Philippines Jamboree Site,Girl Scout of the Philippines
Camp Site, Sierra Madre Suites (a provincial government-owned hotel), Palayan City Hall and Police
Station, etc. The capitol building also houses the Museum of Nueva Ecija (Museo Novo Ecijano). There
are also many departments under the Provincial Government of Nueva Ecija, for example, the Provincial
Health Office, the Provincial Treasury Office, the Provincial Accounting Office, etc.
 Chapter III

The internship gave me an excellent opportunity to gain new skills, especially when it comes to
working with and communicating with different kinds of individuals. I dealt with different work
situations. I am also able to apply what I learned in school to gain new skills, knowledge, and experience
that I will be able to use in the near future when I have work or decide which path to take work situations.
I am also able to apply what I learned in school to gain new skills, knowledge, and experience that I will
be able to use in the near future when I have work or decide which path to take. I dealt with different
work situations. I am also able to apply what I learned in school. The Provincial Human Resource
Management Office is the office where I was assigned to conduct my on-the-job training. On my first day
of training, I was very excited and somewhat nervous because of the new environment and the new
people surrounding me. I don't know the people in the office; I do not have any actual experience of how
real workers do it, and we're still not quite sure about the work we will be doing for this entire on-the-job
training. That made me quiet at first, trying to observe how to get along with the employees.

I’ve learned a lot of things in just 600 hours of on-the-job training, specifically about the
recruitment and selection process, where the employees make sure that we know every small detail about
recruitment and how exactly the process of choosing the right applicant for a position is. They taught us
about the differences between a permanent position, a job order, and a contract. Since I was assigned to
the admin division and I received all the documents from different offices that came into the office, I
learned about the different types of documents, such as travel order papers, which stated in that document
that they were authorized or ordered to do a certain task in a certain place. One of the documents also is
the leave papers that each employee passes. I also learned about the different types of leave, such as
vacation leave, sick leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, solo parent leave, special privilege leave,
terminal leave, force leave, and many others. An employee only has a certain number of leaves; they have
fifteen (15) days of forced leave and fifteen (15) days of sick leave. They also have benefits that can be
obtained when they retire when the leave is not used often, and even if you do not use it, an employee's
salary will still be deducted.

My task is also to receive incoming communication files, pass slips from employees, receipts
from those who make certificates of employment, leave credits, and service records, initial DTRs to
assistants, Pag-Ibig forms, documents, and requirements from applicants. I check them first and make
sure they are complete before I accept them. Payroll is one of the most important documents that I
receive, so it is necessary that when it is recorded, the name is correct, the salary is correct, the
attachments are complete, and there is a DTR. So I was taught how to properly check the payroll and the
attachments that are placed if necessary.

There are two types of payroll: for permanent employees and for contractual ones. Also, the vouchers are
the same as how to check in the payroll, but there are different vouchers such as honorarium, TEV, and
consultant, hazard; these are what they call expenses when the employees are in the field.

During my on-the-job training, the head, my supervisor, and the employees of the Provincial Human
Resource Management Office they are nice, good, friendly and approachable. They don't just make us
work; they make sure that we learn something from everything we do. They teach us how to be
disciplined and hardworking; they taught us that it's okay to make mistakes as long as you learn. They
always say that when you don't know what to do, just ask, because there's nothing wrong with asking, and
don't be afraid to ask questions. I have always been one to ask lots of questions to ensure I know exactly
what needs to be done and how to do it. Let's be honest. At the beginning, I didn't know how to do many
things. I was very nervous about what would happen working there, but the people I have worked with
have made it very enjoyable. They always remind us not to be afraid to try or to be flexible with things
we don't know yet, because there is nothing wrong with trying them. They also taught us to be patient,
especially with different types of individuals or different types of human behavior that we encountered
every day, for example, handling issues like short-tempered employees, impatient employees, and
stubborn employees. They make time for our interns; they are very hands-on; they make sure that we are
okay and that we are not struggling but learning. At the same time, the adults and experienced people who
are with us in the office are more knowledgeable, and you can really learn a lot not just about work but
also about life.

I am very thankful because I am lucky to have my co-interns. They are very helpful when it comes to
the work to be done or the task given; they know when everyone is struggling; they do not hesitate to help
you; they always insist on helping you. My co-interns are also very supportive because they don't let you
get embarrassed, they always build you up when you're struggling, and they cheer you on when you're
tired and have problems. My co-interns are generous; whether it's food, money, tasks, advice, or anything
else they can give, they will give it to you. So I can say that I enjoyed the company of my co-interns.

Every day is a memorable event during in my practicum but, the most memorable event during OJT
that I will never forget is that they made us experience the real job application process and prepared us for
our next journeys when we will actually work. They made us an application letter, made us fill out a
personal data sheet to pass it on to them, and told us when we would be interviewed. When the day came
that we were to be interviewed, we were not interviewed first; we were given an exam, and we were given
a folder where there were 50 pages of questions that we had to answer. After the exam, we were drawn a
number to find out the arrangement of the interview, and the interview started, and many questions really
helped us to be prepared when we actually applied to work. I can say that that activity really helped
because we learned a lot from the questions we were asked and the advice of the professionals. And when
there are celebrations in the office, for example, an employee's birthday, being promoted, or getting paid,
they always prepare food, and we enjoy eating and talking.
I recommend the improvement of on-the-job training. I recommend having additional seminars for
those who will take on-the-job training so that they can be better prepared before they do OJT and
training to make it more hands-on for the students to learn more. Provide an allowance for those who will
take OJT since not all students are capable or have financial support. More discussions with students
would help to expand their knowledge, learning, and ideas in many fields of work since what you have
studied is not exactly what you will do in OJT, so it is necessary to expand everyone's knowledge.

For those who will take their practicum in the future, my advice is to just be yourself. Since this is
a chance for you to see what things you can do better or to exceed more, show the skills and knowledge
that you have. Show them that you are not just an intern; you are just like an employee who takes his or
her job well done, and make them proud of you. When you don't know something, ask. Don't be afraid to
ask because not everything is known, but we can learn with the help of others. You must also follow the
rules in the office, and you must listen to the supervisors, trainers, or employees who give you
instructions. Believe me, all the advice and instructions of your trainers will really help you in doing a
task. Don't be afraid to make mistakes because that's part of our lives. The important thing is that we
learn. Focus your mind on the work and do the tasks correctly that are given to you. You need to take
seriously the tasks assigned to you, especially important papers, tasks, or what they will order you to do.
You need to be more strategic when it comes to work in order to do the task faster and properly. Self-
discipline is one thing that an intern needs to improve, especially when it comes to time management,
because it is very important in any sector of work. Be responsible in whatever you come out with and
diligently show your best in everything you do, no matter how hard and difficult it is for you to do it. It's
not good to complain about the task given to you. Appreciate and love your work, no matter how hard it
is, and don't forget to smile. Do not focus on just one thing; always try and explore something new. There
is nothing wrong with trying something new so that you can gain new experience and knowledge. One of
the most important things is to be patient because you will be dealing with different types of individuals,
and each person's behavior is different, so handle them properly and with respect.
Lastly, be polite, and always value your time.