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Singapore's GRIT Initiative: Hope or Just Extended Internships?

9/15/2025

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Fresh graduates in Singapore face intense job competition, struggling to find positions despite their qualifications.
The Graduate Industry Traineeships (GRIT) initiative will provide 800 placements starting October 2025, with government co-funding.
Traineeships will last three to six months, offering monthly allowances between S$1,800 and S$2,400.
Graduates have mixed feelings; some view GRIT as a safety net, while others are concerned about low pay and unclear pathways to full-time jobs.
Critics warn that GRIT could turn into an extended internship lacking structured support.

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Story summary

Fresh graduates in Singapore face intense job competition, struggling to find positions despite their qualifications.
The Graduate Industry Traineeships (GRIT) initiative will provide 800 placements starting October 2025, with government co-funding.
Traineeships will last three to six months, offering monthly allowances between S$1,800 and S$2,400.
Graduates have mixed feelings; some view GRIT as a safety net, while others are concerned about low pay and unclear pathways to full-time jobs.
Critics warn that GRIT could turn into an extended internship lacking structured support.