Career Dialogue Sessions

Law

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Legal

Organisation: Law (Alumni)

Speaker: Mr Foo Hsien Weng

"Hi everyone! My name is Foo Hsien Weng. I graduated with a LLB (Second Class Honours (Upper Division)) from NUS Faculty of Law in 2022. Presently, I am an Associate at WongPartnership LLP (Corporate and Commercial Disputes). I enjoy the hard work and the cut and thrust of private practice and litigation, and I am passionate about honing my oral and written advocacy skills. In my free time, I enjoy hiking and exploring various genres of music. I will be sharing about my work as well as my university experience, so feel free to ask me any questions on that!"

Engineering/ Product Design/ Aviation 

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Engineering

Organisation: James Dyson Foundation

Speaker: Mr Jaxsen Chew & Ms Cindy Yu

Jaxsen is a design engineer at Dyson, where he has been contributing to innovative projects for the past two years. Most notably, he was part of the team behind the recent launch of the Dyson OnTrac headphones. Starting his journey at Dyson through the company’s graduate program, Jaxsen has worked on a range of cutting-edge initiatives and remains actively involved in outreach efforts with the James Dyson Foundation. In 2023, Jaxsen earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the National University of Singapore (NUS). He is currently pursuing further studies at his alma mater to deepen his expertise in engineering and design. Passionate about his craft, Jaxsen believes that enjoying your work is the key to excelling in it. Join to hear first-hand about what inventing the future is like at Dyson and how our Research, Design and Development (RDD) engineers have reimagined engineering.

Graduating from Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Cindy began her career at Dyson nearly two years ago as a Human Factors and Insights Engineer, contributing to multiple haircare projects. In this role, Cindy planned and conducted user trials, gaining insights into user behaviour and experience on the products in development. She worked closely with the design engineers, providing actionable recommendations to continuously improve the product design quality. Now Cindy is taking on a new role as a Design Engineer, diving deeper into the engineering aspect of the products, designing and building innovative haircare products that will disrupt the market. Outside of work, Cindy enjoys exploring Singapore with her camera, capturing unique perspectives of the cityscape during photo walks. Join Cindy to hear first-hand about what inventing the future is like at Dyson and how our RDD engineers have reimagined engineering.

Engineering/ Product Design/ Aviation 

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Engineering

Organisation: Engineering (Republic Polytechnic)

Speaker: TBC

TBC

Defence 

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Defence

Organisation: Singapore Police Force 

Speaker: Ms B Kaarthika

Biopharmaceuticals Manufacturing

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Biopharmaceuticals-Manufacturing

Organisation: Mechanobiology Institute, National University of Singapore 

Speaker: Mr Yow Ying Ming, Ivan

"I was in the University Scholars Programme and graduated with a Bachelor’s with Honors in Life Sciences from the National University of Singapore (NUS). I embarked on a four-year scholarship bond with the Ministry of Education and obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Education prior to teaching at Nan Hua High School. During this time, I pursued dual postgraduate degrees: a Master of Science in Applied Physics and a Master of Arts in Education Leadership and Management. Upon fulfilling my scholarship obligations, I returned to NUS to complete a PhD in Mechanobiology with a research focus on investigating the mechanical influence of apoptotic cell extrusion on surrounding tissue. Following my PhD, I worked under a A*STAR Industry Alignment Fund – Industry Collaboration Project (IAF-ICP) which led to a venture through the NUS Graduate Research Innovation Programme (GRIP) and the successful patenting of a cell-culture platform, “Cell-Culture Platform and A Magnetic Material For Such A Platform” (Singapore: 11202308413V; US: 20240287433). While developing my deep tech enterprise, I concurrently pursued an Executive MBA. I was also awarded the NUS Ministry of Education decentralized GAP fund for my project on “A Hydrogel Composition, A Method Of Preparing The Same And Uses Thereof” (PCT/SG2024/050270). I am also currently an Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellow working on “AI-assisted microscopy image analysis in mechanobiology for tissue fluidization”. For the dialogue session, I will be sharing about my research interests and experience encompassing AI applications in science, myocardial regeneration, radiobiology, and age-related diseases."

Banking and Finance

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Finance

Organisation: Finance (Alumni)

Speaker: Ms Stephanie Loo

Stephanie Loo is with the Franklin Templeton's Financial Institutions team, where she manages Retail distribution channels, with a primary focus on Private Banks and Family Offices. She accumulated over 13 years of extensive expertise in the Wealth Management industry, specializing in tailoring bespoke investment solutions for High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) in Singapore. Before joining Franklin Templeton, Stephanie served as a Client Advisor at UBS AG. Her banking journey commenced in 2010 with Standard Chartered Bank. In the formative years of her career, she held the role of an Auditor at Ernst & Young LLP, Global Financial Services. Stephanie is a graduate of Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons). 

Her sharing will include:

• Introduction and Background 

• Career Path and Transitions 

• Day-to-Day Responsibilities in her current role 

• Qualities and skill sets 

• Advice for Students 

• Personal Stories and Anecdotes

Hospitality

Find out more about the sector here: https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/student/en/secondary/world-of-work/industry-landscape/industry-detail.Hotel-and-Accommodation-Services-15631.html

Organisation: Grand Hyatt Singapore

Speaker: Mr Anthony Wee

Mr Wee will be sharing more about his work experience since completing his studies till present, highlighting the key milestones on his journey.

Early Childhood

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Education

Organisation: Early Childhood (Alumni)

Speaker: Ms Neo Shi Xuan

"Upon graduating from Ngee Ann Polytechnic with a Diploma in Child Psychology and Early Education, I have been in the Early Childhood industry for 5 years and counting. I am currently also doing part-time studies in SUSS to pursue my degree in Early Childhood Education. In this dialogue session, I am happy to share my experiences about my studies (e.g. pros of taking the polytechnic route) and in the industry (e.g. what is it like in the day of an early childhood educator)."

Engineering/ Product Design/ Aviation

Find out more about the sector here: https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/student/en/secondary/world-of-work/industry-landscape/industry-detail.Design-15624.html

Organisation: Ferrero Asia Pacific Pte Ltd (Alumni)

Speaker: Mr Chay Yaochong

"I am Yaochong, Class of 2002. From young, I have been fascinated by the building blocks of the world around us. This curiosity led me to pursue a career in Material Science, a field that combines chemistry, physics, and engineering to understand and innovate the materials that make up our everyday objects. I will be sharing about my education leading to my M.Sc and different jobs that i had over the years."

Buildings and Facilities

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Built-Environment

Organisation: Facilities Management (Alumni)

Speaker: TBC

TBC

Healthcare

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Healthcare

Organisation: Counselling (Medical)

Speaker: Ms Carin Tey Qi Xuan

"My name is Carin, and I am an alumni of this school. I am here today to share my journey towards becoming a counsellor, the significance of mental health, and the role of a counsellor. At the same time, I want to reassure students that that it is perfectly okay if they are unsure about their future career path. I was once in the same position, with no clear direction, and I am a prime example that things can fall into place over time."

Buildings and Facilities

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Built-Environment

Organisation: Building and Construction Authority

Speaker: TBC

TBC

Social Service

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Social-Service

Organisation: CampusImpact

Speaker: Ms Ashanita Appalanayadu & Ms Tay Shao Pin (Joanne)

Ashanita is a Counsellor and Joanne is an Art Therapist. They will be sharing about their roles and conduct a clay art (therapeutic activity) with the students that they can bring home with them.

Social Service

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Social-Service

Organisation: SHINE Children and Youth Services

Speaker: Ms Yeo Ying Jie & Ms Rakshana D/O Gopalakrishan

Ying Jie is a Social Worker from ResiL!ence at SHINE. She is passionate about championing mental health causes and hopes to empower youths to identify their own strengths and cultivate resilience to navigate life challenges. In her free time, she enjoys hobbies such as scrapbooking, making coffee and going on hikes. Shana is a Social Work Associate from ResiL!ence at SHINE. She has been passionate about helping others since she was in secondary school when she was a peer support leader. Today, she works with youths and support them alongside their mental health journey. Outside of work, she enjoys hobbies including walking, journaling and taking pictures. This career dialogue session by SHINE Children and Youth Services provides an overview of the social service sector, and the services provided at SHINE to support individuals in need. It highlights key professions such as social workers and counsellors, discussing educational pathways, qualifications required, and potential remuneration. Through the sharing of personal motivations and experiences, insight into aspects such as career opportunities and growth in the sector will also be explored.

Sports and Health

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Sports

Organisation: Sports and Health (Republic Polytechnic)

Speaker: Dr Shina Leow

Dr Shina Leow is a lecturer from the Diploma in Sport Coaching at the School of Sports and Health, Republic Polytechnic. She is an accomplished sport scientist and educator with a Ph.D. in Sport Science, Exercise, and Health from the University of Western Australia. Her years of experience in research and applied performance analysis has contributed to advancing the field through both academia and industry. Dr Shina has held pivotal roles not only in Republic Polytechnic but also at institutions that support national athletes such as the National Youth Sports Institute. Her work has earned significant research funding and international recognition, including publications in leading sports science journals and notable conference presentations.

Law

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Legal

Organisation: Law (Alumni)

Speaker: Mr Foo Hsien Weng

"Hi everyone! My name is Foo Hsien Weng. I graduated with a LLB (Second Class Honours (Upper Division)) from NUS Faculty of Law in 2022. Presently, I am an Associate at WongPartnership LLP (Corporate and Commercial Disputes). I enjoy the hard work and the cut and thrust of private practice and litigation, and I am passionate about honing my oral and written advocacy skills. In my free time, I enjoy hiking and exploring various genres of music. I will be sharing about my work as well as my university experience, so feel free to ask me any questions on that!"

Computing

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Computer-Science

Organisation: Computing (Singapore Polytechnic)

Speaker: TBC

TBC

Engineering/ Product Design/ Aviation

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Engineering

Organisation: A*STAR Advanced Remanufacturing and Technology Centre (ARTC)

Speaker: Ms Surianah Binte Sulaiman Sujai

I have been working with ARTC for six years as part of the machining team, specializing in precision engineering design. My role focuses on customizing machining processes to create tailored remanufacturing solutions that address specific needs and repairs. Among the projects I had worked on were designing custom fixtures to securely hold aircraft blades and developing an automated centering system for precise component positioning before machining on CNC machines. I will be sharing the some of the engineering research work that has been done and the wonders of research field for Advanced Remanufacturing Technologies.

Science

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Biopharmaceuticals-Manufacturing

Organisation: Agritech and Biomed (Republic Polytechnic)

Speaker: XXXXXXXXX

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Engineering/ Product Design/ Aviation

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Air-Transport

Organisation: Boeing Singapore Training & Flight Services Pte Ltd

Speaker: Mr Ian Robert Hawkes & Mr Bryan Cham Hong Cheong

Ian Hawkes - B777 Fleet Lead (Flight Training) 

Bryan Cham - Customer Training Specialist (Maintenance Training) 

Both will share/discuss:

• Our Life Journey into Aviation 

• Overview of Boeing 

• Pilots & Engineers Education & Career Path

Media, Arts and Design

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Communications-and-New-Media

Organisation: Media, Arts and Design (Singapore Polytechnic)

Speaker: Mr Victor Seow

"With 12 years of experience in the design industry and 14 years at SP, I’m passionate about nurturing the next generation of creative minds. I have taught various modules, including Principles of Design, Graphic Design Fundamentals, Visual Design & Photography, and Infographics. I hold an Honours degree in Computer Graphic Design and am excited to share the unique offerings of SP’s Media, Arts & Design (MAD) School. Our diploma program features seven different specializations, providing students with diverse pathways to explore their creativity and develop their skills."

Hospitality

Find out more about the sector here: https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/student/en/secondary/world-of-work/industry-landscape/industry-detail.Hotel-and-Accommodation-Services-15631.html

Organisation: Grand Hyatt Singapore

Speaker: Mr Anthony Wee

Mr Wee will be sharing more about his work experience since completing his studies till present, highlighting the key milestones on his journey.

Early Childhood

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Education

Organisation: Early Childhood (Alumni)

Speaker: Ms Neo Shi Xuan

"Upon graduating from Ngee Ann Polytechnic with a Diploma in Child Psychology and Early Education, I have been in the Early Childhood industry for 5 years and counting. I am currently also doing part-time studies in SUSS to pursue my degree in Early Childhood Education. In this dialogue session, I am happy to share my experiences about my studies (e.g. pros of taking the polytechnic route) and in the industry (e.g. what is it like in the day of an early childhood educator)."

Engineering/ Product Design/ Aviation

Find out more about the sector here: https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/student/en/secondary/world-of-work/industry-landscape/industry-detail.Design-15624.html

Organisation: Ferrero Asia Pacific Pte Ltd (Alumni)

Speaker: Mr Chay Yaochong

"I am Yaochong, Class of 2002. From young, I have been fascinated by the building blocks of the world around us. This curiosity led me to pursue a career in Material Science, a field that combines chemistry, physics, and engineering to understand and innovate the materials that make up our everyday objects. I will be sharing about my education leading to my M.Sc and different jobs that i had over the years."

Buildings and Facilities

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Built-Environment

Organisation: Facilities Management (Alumni)

Speaker: XXXXXXX

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Healthcare

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Healthcare

Organisation: Counselling (Medical)

Speaker: Ms Carin Tey Qi Xuan

"My name is Carin, and I am an alumni of this school. I am here today to share my journey towards becoming a counsellor, the significance of mental health, and the role of a counsellor. At the same time, I want to reassure students that that it is perfectly okay if they are unsure about their future career path. I was once in the same position, with no clear direction, and I am a prime example that things can fall into place over time."

Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Technology

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Healthcare

Organisation: Gignite (Alumni)

Speaker: Mr Jonathan Oh

Jon is the CEO of Gignite, an AI-powered prototyping platform that helps businesses and individuals turn ideas into software within minutes using AI. As a tech entrepreneur, Jon has worked with industry leaders like Microsoft, Lenovo, and AMD, driving AI and software development innovation. In this session, he will share his journey from high school to building a startup, insights on the future of AI, and practical advice for students aspiring to enter the tech and entrepreneurship space.

Social Service

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Social-Service

Organisation: CampusImpact

Speaker: Ms Ashanita Appalanayadu & Ms Tay Shao Pin (Joanne)

Ashanita is a Counsellor and Joanne is an Art Therapist. They will be sharing about their roles and conduct a clay art (therapeutic activity) with the students that they can bring home with them.

Buildings and Facilities

Find out more about the sector here: https://discover.nyc.gov.sg/omw/Explore-Industries/Built-Environment

Organisation: Built Environment and Architecture

Speaker: XXXXXXX

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