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Career development (Student)

Career Development Centre is the bridge between our students and potential employers and alumni. We believe in the importance of early career preparation through career workshops and internships.
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Undergraduate Practice Opportunities Programme (UPOP)

The Undergraduate Practice Opportunities Programme (UPOP) is a programme that aims to develop our undergraduates to be career-ready. Through the practical and experiential sessions conducted by the career advisors and professional consultants, students will acquire relevant career development skills to help them navigate the graduate employment market.

 

UPOP spans over five stages so that all undergraduates are given various opportunities to learn more about industries, make significant contributions and be aware of self and industry expectations.

Five stages of UPOP
  1. Self-Discovery / Career Planning
  2. UPOP Week / Meeting Industry Captains
  3. Preparation for Internship
  4. Embarking on Internship
  5. Learning Celebration Carnival – reflect and celebrate internship experience and past-term’s achievements.

At the end of the five stages, all undergraduates will be ready for full-time employment or graduate studies.

UPOP Essential Modules

Refer to the schedule for key dates of UPOP 2023/2024.

 
  1. DYSUTD
  2. Power Pitch
  3. The Art of Communication
  4. Brand YOU
  5. LinkedIng Up
  6. Showcase Your Skills
  7. Ace Your Interview
  8. Super-Intern with X-Cultural Factor
  9. Job Search Strategies
UPOP Advanced Modules
  1. Nailing the Assessment Centre
  2. Breaking the CASE
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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?
Yes, SUTD’s insurance scheme will cover you during the internship. If the company provides any additional coverage, it would be a direct arrangement between you and the company, and it should be made known to you during the interview or during contract signing.
If this is my second internship, is it mandatory for it to be official?
If you applied for your internship through SUTD’s Career Development Centre (via SUTD MyPortal or through a Career Development Centre staff), it will be considered an official internship, and you will be required to submit the necessary reports and posters, and will be covered under the relevant clauses. If internship was procured by your own means, you have the option of either having the internship officially endorsed, or for it to remain unofficial. This would have to be made known to us via careers@sutd.edu.sg at least one month prior to the start of the internship. The official guidelines will be sent to you when the internship portal opens. Please note that the instructions in the official guidelines will supersede this FAQ.
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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