The internship program of Hemofarm Foundation ‘You Can Do It’ for scholarship holders coming from medical, pharmaceutical, technological and biological faculties has ended. The three-week Internship Program took place at the headquarters of the Hemofarm company in Vršac in June, and it enabled the scholarship holders to gain practical knowledge and work experience in different divisions of the company.

During the first week of the program, scholarship holders attended over 20 expert lectures given by Hemofarm professionals. These lectures introduced them to the company's mission and values, covering topics such as business compliance, regulations, business development, and production processes. Additionally, part of the lectures focused on developing soft skills, including change management, stress management, personal effectiveness, and fostering a culture of feedback, all aimed at facilitating their adaptation to a new work environment.

Watch the video that will give you the best impression of the scholarship holders, their mentors and lecturers, and convey part of the atmosphere from the program.



Hemofarm Foundation scholarship holders highly praised the comprehensive approach and organization of the Internship program in Vršac. Dragana Grahovac, a student from the Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy at the University of Belgrade, emphasized the importance of the practical experience she gained, something she hadn't encountered at university before. Milica Stefanović, a biology student, commended the program's structure and quality, highlighting the passion and dedication of Hemofarm employees. She noted their eagerness to help younger colleagues and share their knowledge.





Maša Čežek, a student at the Faculty of Pharmacy in Belgrade, pointed out the uniqueness of the program in providing insight into the organization, operations and work of the company and highlighted the practice content that makes you feel like you are part of the system, even at the beginning.

The lecturers, experts of the Hemofarm company, are unanimous in their opinion that knowledge is best acquired through practice, and at the same time they are impressed by the attention and interest shown by the scholars during the lectures and the tour of the production plant and warehouse.

‘Hands-on practice is crucial because the experiences gained this way are long-lasting. It helps young people develop awareness and build affinities toward specific areas of their profession,’ said Ivan Velimirović, Senior Associate in Production at Hemofarm A.D. and lecturer on the topic of 'Manufacturing and Inspection of Aseptic Preparations.' He expertly guided the scholars through the production of sterile products.



Do Your Best, Even When No One is Watching

The last week of the Internship Program ’You Can Do It’ was marked by a lecture by Dejan Ivanović, Director of Technical Operations for Southeast Europe. Dejan was a scholarship holder of Hemofarm Foundation, and today he is one of the leading people in the Hemofarm company. He talked with the scholarship holders about his career path, the opportunities he created and the obstacles he encountered and how he overcame them.

"The opportunity for growth is as big as your ambitions. It's crucial that we each do our best, even when no one is watching. This is the key to success in large systems, where every link depends on the others. Additionally, it's vital to respect the rules, especially in pharmaceutical production, where people's health and product quality are paramount," Dejan told the scholarship holders.



Hemofarm Foundation would like to thank all colleagues who supported and contributed to the Internship program in Vršac. We are especially grateful to the mentors who work with the scholarship holders throughout the year and to the lecturers who, through their passionate discussions about their work, inspired these young people to embark on their professional careers in a dynamic and motivating environment. Your efforts have fostered a culture that values knowledge, teamwork, and excellence.

During its 31 years of existence, Hemofarm Foundation has supported almost 3,800 young people, many of whom now work at Hemofarm, as leading experts in their fields.