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.

Student internships

With over 1400 companies pledging internship offers, it is a vote of confidence that the SUTD education will meet industry challenges and what the world needs. The strong industry support allows you to make a difference early. A successful internship could also lead to potential employment.

 

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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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