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Singapore Polytechnic

Singapore Polytechnic

Outreach and Programme Management Traineeship [GRIT@Gov]

Traineeship
Closing on 11 Nov 2025

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What the role is

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.

This traineeship offers hands-on exposure to both career support and scholarships functions within Singapore Polytechnic. You will gain experience in coordinating talent development initiatives, managing stakeholder relationships, and supporting communication and outreach efforts. The role provides opportunities to develop transferable skills in communication, operations, event coordination, and digital content creation while contributing to SP’s mission of nurturing future-ready graduates.

Key areas of work and competencies:
• Develop skills in planning and executing scholarship and career-related programmes, gaining first-hand experience in event management and stakeholder coordination.
• Learn to collaborate effectively with vendors, partners, and internal departments to support programme delivery and strengthen cross-functional teamwork.
• Build creative and digital communication skills by designing social media/web content and materials that promote events, campaigns, and student success stories.
• Enhance attention to detail, data management, and organisational abilities through reporting, database maintenance, and logistical coordination for events and initiatives.
• Develop core workplace competencies such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving through shadowing and on-the-job learning with experienced team members.

What you will be working on

  • Coordinate and support the execution of scholarships and career-related programmes such as interviews, award ceremonies, career fairs, and employability workshops.

  • Assist in outreach and communication efforts by preparing infographics, publicity materials, and social media/web content to engage students and promote key initiatives.

  • Liaise with external partners, vendors, and internal departments to ensure smooth logistics, timely updates, and effective collaboration across events and projects.

  • Maintain accurate records and databases related to employment support activities and event participation, supporting data reporting and follow-up.

  • Provide general administrative and operational support to the Careers and Scholarships teams.

What we are looking for

  • Diploma and above, in any discipline, with strong interest in programme and operations management.

  • Strong organisational and project management abilities, able to manage multiple tasks effectively.

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, staff, and external stakeholders.

  • A proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable mindset, with enthusiasm for improving processes and trying new approaches.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and digital platforms.

About your application process

This job is closing on 11 Nov 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 Singapore Polytechnic 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 Singapore Polytechnic

As Singapore’s first polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic (SP) prides ourselves in providing the best learning experience for our students in pre-employment and continuing adult education. The mission of SP is to prepare our learners to be life ready, work ready and world ready. Our vision is to be a caring community of inspired learners committed to serving with mastery.

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