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Singapore’s SkillsFuture Work-Study initiative marks its 10th anniversary, continuing to integrate academic qualifications, internships, and industry-recognised certifications across IT, finance, manufacturing, and other sectors.
SkillsFuture Singapore
Trend Insight
Work-study integration is a key pillar of Singapore’s talent strategy. Collaboration between government and industry ensures graduates gain practical experience, narrowing the gap between education and employment.
Implications for Students
Apprenticeship programmes allow students to earn salaries while studying and gaining real-world experience.
For international students, participation strengthens local employability.
Implications for Education & Employers
Partnerships with universities provide companies low-cost access to interns while cultivating future employees.
This model helps ease manpower shortages and strengthens talent pipelines.
Source:
SkillsFuture – Work-Study Programmes
https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/workstudy?utm_source=chatgpt.com