What fresh grads need to know about new traineeship programme

A newly launched traineeship programme aims to support fresh graduates in getting industry experience as they pursue full-time employment.

- Anjali Raguraman

Graduate Industry Traineeships (GRIT) — helmed by the Ministry of Manpower and Workforce Singapore (WSG) — support fresh graduates who are keen to gain exposure in private sector organisations.

Meanwhile, the GRIT@Gov programme — helmed by the Public Service Division — supports graduates in gaining experience in public sector agencies.

Up to 800 structured traineeships will initially be offered for fresh graduates from universities, polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) and other educational institutions.

The stints will last three to six months across various growth sectors, namely financial services, information and communications technology, manufacturing and wholesale trade.

Here are some details about the traineeships.

WHEN DO APPLICATIONS OPEN?

Applications open in October 2025.

Fresh graduates can register their interest at https://go.gov.sg/grit-trainee-interestform to be among the first to know when the programme starts and opportunities become available.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

Singapore citizens or permanent residents who graduated from the ITE, polytechnic and university, or from private universities and overseas institutions in 2024 and 2025, are eligible for these traineeships.

Those who graduated earlier and completed their national service in 2024 or 2025 may also apply.