Young S’poreans see promise in job tasters, but hope for deeper and more targeted career support
Under SG Youth Plan, up to 30,000 job taster opportunities will be offered each year by 2030.
In Singapore, young adults are embracing new job tasters as part of a national plan aimed at helping them discover and prepare for their career paths. The 5-year SG Youth Plan, launched recently, targets at least 500,000 individuals aged 15 to 35. The initiative provides job tasters, mentoring, adulting programs, and a co-living scheme, with up to 30,000 job taster opportunities offered annually by 2030.
Nearly 11,000 opportunities were available in 2025, with healthcare, finance, and arts being the most popular sectors. Young people express optimism, feeling that the government is offering valuable support during an uncertain economic climate. However, some critics argue that the programmes may not be sufficient for those seeking deeper industry exposure.
Experts believe that job tasters must be paired with mentoring, career coaching, and structured reflection for maximum impact.
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