The culmination of the transformative experience was marked at the Closing Ceremony of the Executive Officer Special Internship Programme on 3 June 2025. The event was graced by Mrs Ingrid Yeung Ho Poi-yan, Secretary for the Civil Service, and Mr Hermes
Chan Shun-hee, Director of General Grades, as the officiating guests. They were joined by interns, who shared their growth, experiences, and the skills they had honed throughout the remarkable journey,
alongside their mentors, supervisors, and representatives from participating bureaux and departments.
Two intern representatives, Twinkle Chan and Jack Ma, shared their cherished experiences gained through the programme. They expressed sincere gratitude for the generous guidance and knowledge imparted by their mentors and supervisors. Through hands-on
learning at different assignments, they gained valuable insights into government operations, workplace culture, and the unwavering sense of duty required to serve the public. This unique internship opportunity
also exposed them to sophisticated policy implementation, as well as the importance of public service ethos and collaboration among stakeholders.
“These experiences have solidified our commitment to serving Hong Kong,” they affirmed, expressing enthusiasm for applying the experiences and skills gained towards future contributions to our society.
In her congratulatory address, Mrs Ingrid Yeung highlighted that the ceremony was “not an endpoint, but the commencement of your public service journey”. She encouraged the interns to “Innovate” by introducing fresh perspectives, to “Catalyse Change”
through proactive solutions, and to “Strengthen Foundations” to build a prosperous Hong Kong. “The dedication you’ve demonstrated gives me full confidence in your capacity to shape our city’s future,”
she concluded.