
Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
Civil Aviation Medical Office Traineeship [GRIT@Gov]
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What the role is
What you will be working on
The trainee will take on meaningful responsibilities and gain diverse experience across:
- Driving digital transformation: Contributing to the management of ELMeRS (Electronic Licensing Medical Records System) and influencing the development of the next-generation system, gaining valuable tech experience in a regulatory environment.
- Managing a major industry event: Playing a key role in the planning and execution of the Aviation Sector Mental Health and Wellness Festival to be held in April 2026 - a major event benefiting the entire local aviation community, providing end-to-end project management experience.
- Shaping regulatory processes: Supporting the administration of medical fitness assessments for pilots and aviation professionals, helping to maintain the highest safety standards in one of the world's busiest aviation hubs.
- Enhancing customer experience: Monitoring and improving service delivery, directly impacting customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
- Supporting strategic initiatives: Providing secretariat support for high-level working committees, offering direct exposure to executive-level decision-making processes.
- Developing business acumen: Contributing to budget management, performance monitoring, and strategic planning activities.
What we are looking for
- Passion for making a difference in aviation safety and public service
- Strong organisational skills and natural attention to detail
- Excellent communication abilities - interaction with everyone from medical professionals to industry leaders
- Tech-savvy mindset with proficiency in Microsoft Office and eagerness to learn new digital systems
- Event planning interest - whether through university projects, volunteer work, or personal interests
- Collaborative spirit and affinity for small team dynamics where individual contributions span a broad scope of responsibilities
About your application process
This job is closing on 21 Oct 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore or the wider Public Service.
Eligibility for GRIT@Gov traineeship
The GRaduate Industry Traineeship Programme within the Public Service (GRIT@Gov) aims to provide fresh graduates with opportunities to gain industry-relevant skills and experience that can strengthen their employability to take up full time roles in the sector.
All trainees must fulfil the following criteria:
- Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident; and
- Graduated or graduating in 2024 or 2025 from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) and other Educational Institutions (e.g. private universities and overseas institutions); or
- Graduated earlier from above institutions and completed National Service in 2024 or 2025.
Trainees who complete their studies from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) or other Educational Institutions within 2025 but who will only receive their qualification/certification award in 2026 are eligible for the programme as well.
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About Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
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