This traineeship provides hands-on experience in building and maintaining data pipelines, automating data workflows, and integrating datasets within CAAS’s enterprise data environment. Trainees will learn to apply data engineering principles, which includes data modelling, transformation, and quality management, to support analytics, AI applications, and data-driven decision-making in the aviation domain.
Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
Data Engineering Traineeship [GRIT@Gov]
Traineeship
Closing on 27 Oct 2025Check if I'm eligible for GRIT@Gov
What the role is
What you will be working on
The Data Engineering Trainee will:
Develop and maintain data pipelines to automate data extraction, transformation, and loading into CAAS’s Enterprise Data Management System (EDMS).
Create scripts and automation tools for data processing, integration, and validation.
Build dashboards and visualisations to communicate insights and support operational decision-making.
Support AI-driven data use cases, including prompt design, data transformation workflows, and chatbot setup.
What we are looking for
We are seeking an entry-level candidate who is passionate about data engineering and applied AI, and eager to contribute to CAAS’s data transformation efforts. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, working with data systems, and developing practical solutions to derive actionable insights.
Preferred qualifications and experience:
Background in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
Basic understanding of data engineering concepts, including ETL processes, data pipelines, and APIs.
Familiarity with Python and SQL for data extraction, transformation, and automation.
Exposure to data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) for building dashboards and reporting insights.
Interest in AI and data applications, such as prompt design and chatbot development.
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
About your application process
This job is closing on 27 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
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore's raison d'etre is to develop the air hub and aviation industry in Singapore, expanding Singapore's links to the rest of the world. We enable opportunities through aviation, making connections, opening doors and enabling choices in people's lives.
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