# Ministry of State Secretariat Internship Program 2025: Complete Guide and Formations
Stepping into the professional world through a prestigious government institution can completely transform your career trajectory. The Ministry of State Secretariat of the Republic of Indonesia has officially opened its doors for enthusiastic vocational high school (SMK) students and active undergraduate or diploma students to join the official Internship Program running from July to December 2025.
## Understanding the Ministry of State Secretariat
The Ministry of State Secretariat operates as a vital governmental body led by the Minister of State Secretariat, functioning directly under and reporting to the President of Indonesia. Since the inception of the republic following the Proclamation of Independence on August 17, 1945, and the subsequent formation of the first cabinet by President Sukarno, this institution has evolved significantly.
What initially began as a simple administrative office to assist presidential duties has transformed into a comprehensive ministry. Today, it delivers high-level technical, administrative, and analytical support to both the President and the Vice President in executing state governance, adapting continuously to the shifting political landscape of the nation.
## Key Information and General Requirements
Securing a spot in this competitive program requires strict adherence to the timeline and baseline qualifications. Applicants must carefully review the mandatory criteria before submitting their application documents.
* Target Applicants: Active vocational high school (SMK) students, alongside active Diploma (D-III, D-IV) and Bachelor’s (S-1) degree students who have not yet graduated.
* Registration Timeline: May 19 through June 10, 2025.
* Internship Duration: A minimum commitment of 2 months within the broader July to December 2025 operational window.
## Available Internship Positions and Educational Requirements
The ministry provides a diverse array of placement opportunities tailored to specific academic backgrounds and technical skill sets. Below is the comprehensive list of available positions and their corresponding educational prerequisites:
Legal and Policy Roles
* Legal Analyst: Bachelor of Law (S1), Bachelor of Political Science/Government (S1), or Diploma 3 (D3) in Political Science/Government.
* Policy Analyst: Bachelor of Law (S1), Social Welfare (S1), Political Science/Government (S1), Economics/Development Studies (S1), Public Administration/Public Policy/Public Management (S1), or International Relations (S1).
Information Technology and Engineering
* Software Engineering: SMK Software Engineering.
* Information Technology and Networks: Bachelor of Information Systems (S1) or Bachelor of Informatics Engineering (S1, including Network Systems specialization). Also open to D3 Information Management, D3 Informatics Engineering, and D3 Information Systems.
* Computer Expert (Pranata Komputer): Bachelor of Information Systems (S1).
* Information Systems/IT Analyst: D3 Computer Technology, D3 Information Systems, Bachelor of Information Systems (S1), Bachelor of Computer Science (S1), or Bachelor of Computer Engineering (S1).
Administration, Secretarial, and Management
* General Administration: D3/D4 Archival Studies, Accounting, Bachelor of Law (S1), D3 Archival Studies, General Administration/Archiving, D4 Record and Archive Management, D3 Office Administration, Office Administration/Archivist, D4/S1 Office Administration, Information Systems (S1), Archival Studies (S1), D3 Management, D3 Accounting.
* Office Administration: SMK Office Administration/Archivist, SMK Accounting, Bachelor of Law (S1), Bachelor of Management (S1), and D3 Office Administration.
* Secretariat: Office Administration/Archivist.
* Data Processor: D3 Office Administration, D3 Secretary, or D3 Secretarial Studies.
* Management: Bachelor of Management (S1) or Bachelor of Economics/Development Studies (S1).
* Financial Administration: General Administration/Archiving, D3 Information Systems, Public Administration/Public Policy/Public Management (S1), D4/S1 Office Administration.
Archiving and Library Roles
* Archivist: D3/D4 Archival Studies, General Administration/Archiving, D4 Record and Archive Management, D3 Office Administration, D4 Digital Archiving, D3 Record and Archive, D4 Archives and Digital Information, Library Science (S1).
Public Relations, Media, and Communication
* Public Relations: Bachelor of Public Relations (S1), Law (S1), Psychology (S1), Political Science/Government (S1), PR Communication (S1), Communications (S1), Economics/Development Studies (S1), Public Administration/Public Policy (S1), Journalism Communication (S1), D3 Broadcasting Communication, Public Policy Management (S1), Photography (S1), International Relations (S1), D4/D3 Animation, D3 Multimedia Broadcasting, Visual Communication Design (S1).
* Audio Visual Editor: Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (S1).
* Content Creator Assistant: D3 Graphic Design, D3 Visual Communication Design, Bachelor of Communication Science (Broadcasting, Public Relations, and Mass Communication) (S1), Bachelor of Journalism (S1), D4 Graphic Design.
* Visual Communication Design: D3 or Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (S1).
* Translator and Scriptwriter: D4 Applied Foreign Languages, Bachelor of Foreign Literature/Foreign Language Education (S1), Bachelor of International Relations (S1).
Technical, Hospitality, and Facility Management
* Vehicle Technician: SMK Automotive Engineering.
* Healthcare Assistance: SMK Medical Laboratory Technology, SMK Nursing, SMK Pharmacy.
* Civil Engineering: D3 Civil Engineering or Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (S1).
* Civil Engineering & Architecture: D3/Bachelor of Civil Engineering (S1) and Architecture (S1).
* Housekeeping and Administration: SMK Hospitality or SMK Culinary Arts.
* Food & Beverage Culinary Arts: D3 Tourism, D3/Bachelor of Culinary Arts (S1), D3/Bachelor of Hospitality (S1), Bachelor of Tourism (S1).
* Administration and Food Service: D3 Hospitality.
* Building and Property Supervisor: D3 Civil Engineering or D3 Architectural Engineering.
* Logistics: D3/D4 Archival Studies, Master of International Relations (S2), Bachelor of Law (S1), D3 Visual Communication Design, Bachelor of Political Science/Government (S1), Multimedia (S1), D4 Graphic Design.
Arts and Special Services
* Art Object Manager: Bachelor of Fine Arts (S1), Archaeology (S1), or Art Management (S1).
* Assessor Assistant: Bachelor of Psychology (S1).
Prepare your academic transcripts, curriculum vitae, and supporting documents early to ensure a seamless submission process before the registration window closes on June 10, 2025. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to contribute directly to the administrative core of the Indonesian government.