Careers

The hidden currency of office life

Status concerns can affect people’s judgment when it comes to career choices.

Is a plumbing career the future?

There is a rise in interest in plumbing courses such as those offered by City of Westminster College (above), but there remains social resistance to the trade as a career choice.

Waiters in S’pore among food services workers to get annual pay rise of up to 6.7% for next 3 years

About 15,000 full-time food services workers will have their monthly salaries raised to at least $2,220, said the Ministry of Manpower.

Horse Racing-Gaelic Warrior powers to Cheltenham Gold Cup victory

Horse Racing - Cheltenham Festival - Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, Britain - March 13, 2026 Gaelic Warrior ridden by Paul Townend celebrates after passing the post to win the 16:00 Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup Chase Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers

Plumber or farmer? The changing Singapore dream is not a bad thing

Tradespeople who enter lift maintenance, urban farming, and other specialised fields are increasingly playing an indispensable role, says the writer.

Branded Content

Back, bolder and hired: A guide to turning your career break into your next big opportunity

job seeker mum returning to work after a career break, show transferable skills to employers

Young & Savvy

What I learnt from a career coaching session, and how it may benefit you

Coaching can help one glean insights or provide a safe space to reflect and build resilience.

What you miss when TikTok or Instagram becomes your career counsellor

According to a A Straits Times-Kantar survey, social media is the top influence on career aspirations, cited by 52 per cent.

Scholars’ Choice hosts second outreach event at TMJC for A-level graduates looking for scholarships

TMJC student Goh Jun Keat (right), seen here with Kiss92FM DJ Shawnia Seah, hopes to pursue economics and data science-related courses in university.

Over 2,000 jobs at Singapore’s first community aviation career fair

These vacancies cover managerial, executive and operational roles.

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