There are two main options on how students can experience working and living in Singapore.

Through the Work Holiday Programme and Internships, students will get the opportunity to experience a challenging working environment in Singapore.

Students will be exposed to real-world work situations that can be the foundation for their future career. Some companies see internships as a way of assessing the suitability of candidates for full-time employment. Compensation and benefits during internship varies among companies.

  • Work Holiday Programme
    • MOM will introduce a Work Holiday Programme (WHP) from 1 December 2007 to allow undergraduates and graduates from overseas to experience living and working in Singapore for a short period. There is a growing trend of well-qualified young people travelling abroad to gain exposure and experience foreign cultures. A positive experience of living and working in Singapore under the programme could encourage some of them to work here when they graduate, or at a later stage in their careers. This programme will help enhance Singapore’s reputation as a talent destination, valued for its working and living experiences.
    • Click here for full details on the Work Holiday Programme
    • Download brochure
    • Download magazine
  • Internships
    • You must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree program. In most cases, you must have completed at least the freshman year. Applicants are encouraged to provide evidence of academic excellence and leadership potential and should have established personal goals leading toward a career in the profession.
    • For internship opportunities, here are some links to start you off:
    • Important Note:
      These internship opportunities are arranged individually and directly with participating companies. Information and application may be obtained by contacting the appropriate internship co-ordinator via the above web links. Contact Singapore does not guarantee internship acceptance by companies, allowances, benefits or insurance, nor does it facilitate entry into Singapore.

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