Induction
A structured orientation program introducing new employees to the organization and role.
Also: new joiner induction · employee orientation
Definition
Induction is the formal process of introducing a new employee to the organization, its culture, values, policies, systems, and their specific role and team. It is the organization-led component of onboarding, typically covering the first few days or weeks of employment. A well-structured induction reduces new hire anxiety, accelerates time-to-productivity, and creates an early positive impression that influences long-term engagement and retention.
Example
“The three-day induction program for all new joiners included a CEO welcome address, department overviews, a culture session, and guided introductions to key stakeholders across the business.”
Synonyms
- orientation
- new employee orientation
- new hire program
- onboarding program