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Gain valuable insights from our in-depth interviews with current and former scholars from both the private and public sectors. You’ll get practical advice that will help you succeed in your scholarship journey.

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From firefighting to formulating policies: How she unlocked diverse roles and responsibilities

When crime goes digital, policing evolves with it: How he's hunting down criminals in a borderless world

He saw how drugs hurt families – now he combats the evolving threats

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Meet the molecular ‘matchmaker’: Scientist finds new ways to treat diseases by pairing proteins

What began as early-stage research has led to a major breakthrough for this A*STAR scholar...

He helped roll out Covid support schemes. Now he's automating how everyone pays tax

Following stints at the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Transport, this IRAS scholar...

When crime goes digital, policing evolves with it: How he's hunting down criminals in a borderless world

This SPF scholar leads a team of Police officers on the digital front – partnering...

‘I thought maritime was too specialised’: How the right scholarship exposed her to the industry’s surprising scope

Following stints at the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Transport, this IRAS scholar...

From hackathons to Apple role: How NTU’s Renaissance Engineering Programme gave him the edge

The scholar says the programme's multidisciplinary approach – combining technical expertise with business acumen and...

From organising potluck parties for gardeners to growing orchids for diplomacy: How she’s connecting people with nature

For this NParks scholar, creating green spaces is not just about plants – it is...

From firefighting to formulating policies: How she unlocked diverse roles and responsibilities

The MHA Uniformed Scholarship opened doors beyond the frontline, giving her early exposure to leadership

‘My finger is on the pulse of financial markets every day’

This MAS scholar sees his role at Singapore’s central bank as a unique way to...

She spots threats others scroll past: Here’s why Singapore needs her

This SAF Merit scholar browses information online to find signs of trouble and flags them...

From Silicon Valley Apple dream job to S’pore defence: One engineer’s unexpected choice

He had an Apple offer in hand. Instead, the PSC scholar chose to return home...

He saw how drugs hurt families – now he combats the evolving threats

This MHA scholar plays a strategic role in how CNB tackles emerging drug threats

From quantum theory to fighting crime: How a physicist is using science to help tackle security threats

From credit card fraud to online threats, HTX scientist Joshua Lim uses his quantum computing...

The girl who took everything apart is set to become an engineer keeping our Home Team safe

Her ability to develop practical solutions is what sets this scholar apart as she prepares...

Helicopter pilot, mother, mentor: She’s showing what’s possible in the SAF

Commanding helicopters on navy frigates, mentoring the next generation of aviators and raising young children...

He knows what government support means. Now he decides how it works

Now working in the Ministry of Finance, this PSC scholar is now part of the...

From rooftop audits to the ‘red book’: How she helps ensure Singapore’s taxpayer dollars are spent wisely

One day she is inspecting defence facilities, the next analysing data – this AGO scholar...

From cycling paths to green energy strategies: How she’s finding ways to give back to Singapore

Across four postings and eight roles, this PSC scholar adapts to new challenges in pursuit...

Making Changi Airport even smarter: How childhood wonder became an AI career

She's tapping AI to optimise operations and passenger experience to bring innovation to Singapore's world-class...

From Oxford to Wharton: How global experiences are helping her grow through uncertainty

This SMU scholar is growing into leadership shaped by critical thinking and a willingness to...

Meet the engineer making memory chips and shaping future innovators

From studying molecular forces as a teen, this SgIS recipient now leads memory chip manufacturing...

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