Work Attitude and Its Relationship to Job Satisfaction Among On-the-Job Training Students in the Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management

This study examined the relationship between work attitude and job satisfaction among Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management students undergoing On-the-Job Training (OJT). Specifically, it sought to determine the levels of work attitude and job satisfaction and assess whether a significant relationship exists between these variables. The study employed a quantitative approach using a descriptive-correlational research design. A total of 61 Tourism Management students participated in the study and were selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire that underwent expert validation to ensure content relevance and appropriateness. Descriptive statistics, including mean and standard deviation, were utilized to describe the respondents’ levels of work attitude and job satisfaction, while the Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient was used to examine the relationship between the variables. The findings revealed that the respondents demonstrated an above-average level of work attitude (M = 4.28, SD = 0.69) and job satisfaction (M = 4.35, SD = 0.76). These results indicate that the students generally exhibited positive workplace behaviors, including responsibility, initiative, adaptability, and professionalism, while also expressing favorable perceptions of their internship experiences. Furthermore, the analysis showed a very high positive and statistically significant relationship between work attitude and job satisfaction (r = .933, p < .001). This finding suggests that students with more positive work attitudes tend to experience greater satisfaction in their OJT assignments. The study concludes that cultivating positive work attitudes contributes significantly to enhanced job satisfaction among tourism interns. Educational institutions are encouraged to strengthen value formation, professional development initiatives, mentorship programs, and experiential learning activities to better prepare students for future careers in the tourism industry.