Career development (Student)
Alumni Speaks
In this series of alumni stories, find out how some SUTD graduates are doing in their current roles and the challenges they face, both at work and during their time in SUTD. Read on as they share about lessons learned, tips and advice from their experience.
Jordan: R&D Operational Planning Engineer
Looking back, my experience has shown me that data science and manufacturing are far more connected than many students realise.
Wenling: Management Associate (MA) programme at DB Schenker
A key lesson I have learnt from my two years of experience is the importance of taking initiative. Advocate for the opportunities you wish to be part of and diplomatically express your preferences regarding tasks you would rather avoid.
Philip: Start-up co-founder; Aim to sell before you build
One of my happiest moments was when we got our first paying customer. Back then, we were still fresh graduates and it was incredibly scary to even ask for people to pay for our product.
Princeton: Start-up co-founder; From hiring interns to teams of full-time talents
Although start-up life is tough, there are indeed many wonderful moments that I cherish.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the internship timeline/ period?
The undergraduate internship spans a minimum of 16 weeks across 3 periods each year. Spring internship from January to August (6 – 8 months), Summer internship from May to August and Fall internship from September to December.
It is a graduation requirement for students to successfully complete at least one internship. An internship briefing will be conducted approximately 1 month before internship commences for students who have been accepted into internships.
Would our internship stipend be subjected to CPF deductions/ would the company have to contribute to our CPF?
No, all matriculated or registered students with SUTD on official internships endorsed by SUTD are exempted from the provisions of the CPF act.
Will I be insured during the internship?
If this is my second internship, is it mandatory for it to be official?
Who can I speak to if I have feedback regarding the internship?
Members of the Career Development Centre will conduct at least one visit to your company in the course of your internship. During which, they will arrange for an opportunity to speak with you personally, as well as your supervisor and the relevant HR personnel. The visit will function as a general feedback session regarding the internship. Should you have pressing issues that require voicing out urgently, please drop us an e-mail at careers@sutd.edu.sg.
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