On the job training is a type of training that occurs within the workplace; it helps develop an individuals’ continued growth and career within the organization.

During this training the individual is trained to acquire the skills needed for that specific position and also on the organization’s culture and way of doing things. On job training does not only benefit the new starter, but it also helps the employees shadowing to showcase their expertise and their skills will coaching the junior employee. This type of training will help graduates and students to find the profession of their choice and be trained to gain the skills and required experience to successfully perform in the position.