<![CDATA[Educated unemployment and the competency gap between graduates and labor market needs have led the government to launch the Maganghub Program, a structured internship scheme for fresh graduates that is also implemented in correctional institutions, yet studies on its implementation in such non-conventional host institutions remain scarce. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Maganghub Program at the Class IIB Blitar Correctional Institution and to identify the obstacles encountered. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed from February to June 2026, using semi-structured interviews with six informants, observation, and documentation. Data validity was tested through source and technique triangulation, and the data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman' interactive model based on Edwards III's policy implementation theory. The findings show that communication, resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure have been carried out effectively through joint orientation and kick-off meetings, competency-based placement, mentor guidance, supportive attitudes of implementers, and monthly evaluations. The obstacles include participants' adaptation to the correctional environment, a mismatch between expectations and assigned tasks, the absence of a professional psychologist, and limited shared workspace, but none of them hindered the program as a whole. This study strengthens the relevance of Edwards III's model to cross-ministerial programs and offers input for the Ministry of Manpower and correctional institutions to clarify placement information and strengthen supporting facilities and professional partnerships.]]>
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