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Do software engineers spend most of their waking moments with their laptops? Are women better at Arts subjects than the Sciences? How many interviews does it take to get hired at Google Singapore? Find out more from Miss Kan Zijun as she shares about her experiences at Google and debunks these myths.
What are the key responsibilities and daily tasks of an Accounts Manager in the STEM industry? Hear from Mr Aylwin Low as he shares about his own journey, his strategies for overcoming challenges, and the importance of perseverance and continuous learning.
Students will gain valuable insights in the Human Resources industry from Mr Rex, a Regional Director, to find out about his educational and diverse career pathways to attain his current designation.
Career Insights - Feature
(July 2025)
Must a student in psychology become a psychologist? Apart from clinical positions, what other industries can a professional in psychology look forward to?
(March 2024)
What is the difference between pharmacy and pharmaceutical science? What is the significance of producing medical cures for the good of humanity?
(Jan 2025)
Ever wondered how the sustainability industry in Singapore looks like?
Career Spotlights
NYC Singapore
Meet Ilyana, an air traffic controller who manages up to 20 pilots at once from a control centre near Changi. She didn’t study aviation but trained hard to land this high-pressure, high-focus job.
An animal acupuncturist brings relief to ailing pets and, by extension, their owners. And when the inevitable happens, Singapore’s first female commercial taxidermist preserves the animals’ presence, bringing a measure of comfort and joy to grieving pet owners.
Not many people know this - as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN), Faith Hwang has a Masters degree and the training to diagnose conditions, order therapies and extra investigations, and perform more complex procedures like a bedside heart ultrasound. They have, in essence, the accreditation to perform as medical officers.
In-demand economies - What will you do and where would you like to contribute in?
There are also other sectors that you can contribute in e.g. the Hospitality and F&B sectors , professional services (corporate governance, audit, accounting, legal and consulting), etc, some of these may overlap with the economies.
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