International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development

The aim of this phenomenological study was to look into the actual experiences of Bachelor of Eastern Samar State University (ESSU) teaching interns in elementary education (BEEd) Guiuan Campus in the 2024-2025 academic year. In particular, the study investigated their experiences, both personal and professional, the difficulties they encountered, and their coping mechanisms they employed, as well as their professional growth. Making use of collected qualitative data through semistructured interviews and thematic analysis. The results showed that the internship was an enlightening and life-changing experience that was originally marked by conflicting feelings of thrill and fulfillment as well as uneasiness and anxiety. Financial limitations, a lack of school resources, a demanding workload, and issues with classroom management were all major obstacles that interns had to overcome. Adaptability was the groundwork of their success, as notice by their forward-taking plan, positive mindset, effective time management, and the essential help of the cooperating teachers. In the end, the experience greatly improved their self-confidence, refined their teaching skills, and supporting their commitment to the difficult but fulfilling teaching profession. The study arises to the ending that the teaching internship is a greatly transformational experience that is necessary for shaping future teachers. It offers evidence that can direct and shape the improvement of institutional support structures and teacher education curriculum, especially in similar rural situations.

Hannah Gem Policarpio, Rochelle Amor Ablay, Syrene Jossel Flores, Lorie Ann Ramirez,"Pre-Service Enhancement: Exploring The Lived Experiences of Beed Teaching Interns" International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, V9(3): Page(918-929) May-June 2026. ISSN: 2581-7175. www.ijsred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.