At home, you play important roles as mothers, wives, daughters and more. At work, you can take on important roles too.
Thinking about re-joining the workforce? There are many exciting career opportunities for women.
Here are some
programmes and services that can guide you through the process and help you gain the skills and confidence you need to re-enter the workforce.
Start by learning
The job search process now may be quite different from what you are familiar with. Learn about the latest job search techniques, hiring trends and recruitment process, and check out what skills are needed in today’s workplace.
Career GRIT | Use Career GRIT to navigate and discover the right career resources and services:
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CareersCompass by MyCareersFuture | Explore the remarkable career comebacks of women on CareersCompass by MyCareersFuture. Uncover their wisdom, gain insights, and equip yourself with indispensable career tips. Start your own journey with these compelling stories: |
Get Career Advice and Guidance
Not sure how to start or if your skills are still relevant? Visit any of the locations below for advice and recommendations on programmes and services to help you gain clarity and meet your employment needs.
WSG’s Careers Connect, Career Matching Providers & NTUC’s e2i Centres | Partner with our careers team. They provide personalised job search tips and will guide you in rediscovering your career values, interests, personality and skills, bringing you closer to your next job. Visit us today! |
Careers Connect On-the-Go (CCOTG) | Keep a look out for our mobile career advisory service – CCOTG. You can speak to a Career Ambassador and attend job interviews all in the comfort of your neighbourhood. Find out if they are coming to a place near you! |
CareersFinder by MyCareersFuture | Chart your path to a successful career with CareersFinder, a new feature on MyCareersFuture that empowers you to discover personalised upskilling and career recommendations by analysing your unique profile. Try it now! |
Polaris | Polaris is a personalised programme designed for employed individuals who are looking to elevate their career through Career Planning. This personalised programme comprises three coaching sessions with a certified career coach. The career
coach will support you in shaping a robust Career Development Plan, tailored exclusively to fuel your professional growth, harmonising your strengths, values and aspirations. Discover more |
WSG Volunteer Career Advisors (vCA) | We also have a group of industry professionals who provide peer support and occupational advice in the following industries:
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Can’t get away?
We got you covered. Connect with us online! | Video Advisory Weekdays 11am – 6pm, excluding Public Holidays |
Relaunch | Relaunch is an SG Women in Tech initiative dedicated to supporting women who are re-entering the tech workforce in Singapore. Together with NTUC LearningHub, the programme gathers organisations in Singapore’s tech ecosystem to support women by bridging their technology skills gap, enhancing their employability, while fostering a strong and inclusive community for women to thrive in the tech industry.
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Sharpen your skills
Wonder if your skills are getting rusty, especially after a career break? Here are some work attachment opportunities and upskilling courses to “un-rust” your skills or, pick up something new so that you can widen your job opportunities.
Career Trial | Take on a short-term trial to assess whether the job is suitable before considering formal employment. You will be receiving training allowance during the trial. Part-time job opportunities are also available for women who need flexible work
arrangements to balance work and family commitments. Click here to check eligibility. |
Career Conversion Programmes (CCP) |
Interested in switching careers? Discover new occupations or sectors that have good prospects and opportunities for progression, we offer close to 100 CCPs in about 30 sectors.
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Mid-Career Pathways Programme | If you are aged 40 and above, consider taking up an industry-relevant attachment programme lasting from four to six months with approved host organisations. Gain industry-relevant experience, develop new skills and boost your employability.
Look forward to a full-time role with the host organisation if your performance is assessed to be satisfactory during the attachment. Click here to check eligibility. |
SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP) | For mid-career individuals to acquire industry-relevant skills that improve employability and help you move into new sectors or job roles. Choose from a variety of part-time or full-time training courses, that ranges from three to 12 months. Learn more here. |
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy | You can receive up to 90% course fee subsidies for SSG-supported courses. Eligible for Singaporeans aged 40 and above. Click here to check eligibility. |
MySkillsFuture portal | Find SSG-supported courses to upskill and stay relevant in the workforce. Start exploring. |
Skills and Training Advisory Services | Speak with Skills Ambassadors in a one-to-one consultation on the skills and training needs to achieve your career goals. Read more here. |
SkillsFuture Credit | Offset your course fees with up to $1,500 SkillsFuture Credit* *Inclusive of opening and one-off top-up credit of $500 each, and Additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support) of $500 given to Singapore Citizens aged 40 to 60 (both ages inclusive) as at 31 December 2020. Learn more here. |
Explore Job and Attachment Opportunities
Visit the following to view available jobs and attachment opportunities by employers who are hiring now!
MyCareersFuture Portal | Add your skills and work experience into your profile and search for jobs in a smarter, faster and easier way. You can also find jobs or attachment opportunities where government support is provided. Apply for jobs here. |
Career Fairs and Events | Dress sharp and come prepared with your resume so that you can join an interview with employers who may be available either onsite or through video conferencing. Check out our upcoming events. |
Virtual Career Fairs | Our virtual career fairs are thematic in nature, and you can view the list of companies and opportunities available. Apply for the jobs you are interested in, all in the comfort of your home, at your convenience. Attend upcoming virtual fairs. |
Other resources and support organisations
Other resources and support organisations
You can also download the LifeSGapp to access all government services on your mobile phone.
List of organisations supporting women:
About herCareer Initiative
herCareer Initiative aims to support Singaporean women who are planning to return to the workforce to access available jobs, transit into new industries and job roles, and build up job-relevant skillsets.
Useful information – Download the resume and interview starter pack to get you started on the job search process.