{
  "id": 17937075,
  "title": "How bad is the job market now? Singaporeans share their views",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/how-bad-is-the-job-market-now-singaporeans-share-their-views",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-11-03T07:30:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Independent Singapore",
    "slug": "the-independent-singapore",
    "url": "https://theindependent.sg/how-bad-is-the-job-market-now-singaporeans-share-their-views"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Singaporeans are voicing their concerns about the challenging job market, particularly the difficulties in securing full-time employment. One netizen shared their experience of being stuck with part-time work and struggling to find full-time roles. They expressed frustration, noting that despite sending out 50 applications in a day, they received no interviews. This prompted other netizens to share their perspectives on the job market's severity.\n\nMany factors affect the likelihood of obtaining a full-time job, according to the discussion. Industry, qualifications, experiences, company criteria, and how candidates present themselves during applications and interviews all play a role. The impact of salary expectations and one's ability to contribute are also considered. Networking and attending job fairs were suggested as ways to connect with potential employers and increase chances of landing a job.\n\nSome netizens highlighted that proficiency in English can be crucial, particularly when it comes to grammar and professionalism in resumes. However, this was disputed by another comment, which argued that job performance and results are more important than flawless English skills. Overall, the conversation revealed a sense of unease among Singaporeans regarding whether hard work alone is sufficient to secure full-time positions. The consensus is that persistence, building valuable connections, and enhancing skills are essential for improving one's prospects in the job market.",
  "summary": "SINGAPORE: It is undoubtedly difficult to land a good paying full-time job in the current job market, especially in this economy. This has been the struggle of a netizen who posted his/her experience online, stating that he/she has been stuck with part-time work and is finding a hard time applying and getting into full-time roles. On Reddit , the netizen admitted: “I'm kinda frustrated with…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}