Singapore-Industry Scholarship (SgIS) Full-Term: 2025 Profile
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TL;DR\ The SgIS full-term scholarship funds a local or overseas degree at partner universities, pairs you with an industry sponsor, and lines up attachments plus leadership development before you start a four- to six-year career bond with that organisation.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Application Cycle Closed (last checked 18 Feb 2025)
- Official Listing: Singapore-Industry Scholarship (SgIS) Full-Term
- Who It Targets: Singapore Citizens finishing JC, IB, NUS High, or Polytechnic who want a head start in strategic sectors such as engineering, sustainable infrastructure, logistics, or technology
- Eligibility: Strong academic record, proven leadership or CCA impact, and clear motivation to build a career with one of the 70+ sponsoring organisations
- Tenable Institutions: NTU, NUS, SIT, SMU, SUTD (approved overseas universities for selected sponsors)
- Bond: Four years for locally funded degrees; five to six years if the sponsor sends you overseas
Award Components
- Full tuition and compulsory university fees covered by the sponsoring organisation
- Annual allowance that covers living expenses, academic materials, and enrichment activities
- One-off grants for computer purchase, pre-studies expenses, and return airfare when the award funds an overseas programme
- Paid internships and structured attachments with your sponsor to expose you to core business units before graduation
- Industry mentoring, networking events, and leadership workshops organised by the SgIS Office
- Opportunities for overseas exchanges, immersion trips, or short-term projects when aligned with the sponsor's talent roadmap
Eligibility Highlights
- Singapore Citizen with outstanding pre-university grades and a solid portfolio of CCAs or community leadership
- Clear interest in the sponsor's sector (e.g. aviation, energy, maritime, hospitality, healthcare, urban solutions)
- Strong communication skills to thrive in both individual interviews and group assessments hosted by SgIS and the sponsor
- Willingness to commit to the sponsor's development pathway, including compulsory internships and post-graduation service
- For overseas options, readiness to meet additional requirements such as language proficiency, safety briefings, and relocation planning
Application Roadmap
- Review the list of sponsoring organisations and shortlist those whose missions and career tracks match your interests.
- Gather academic transcripts, predicted grades, testimonials, and evidence of leadership or service impact.
- Submit your application through the national SgIS portal, indicating preferred sponsors and degree programmes.
- Prepare for multi-stage assessments: situational judgement tests, sponsor-led interviews, and group case discussions.
- Match with a sponsoring organisation, review the bond length, and sign the scholarship agreement once terms are confirmed.
- Coordinate internship schedules and mentorship sessions with your sponsor, then attend the annual SgIS Scholar's Induction and sector briefings.
Preparation Playbook
- Build a narrative that links your skills to the sponsor's strategic projects, not just a generic passion for the industry.
- Track current affairs in the sector you are targeting—digitalisation, sustainability, supply chain resilience, or service transformation.
- Connect with alumni via LinkedIn or official SgIS webinars to understand the day-to-day expectations of sponsored scholars.
- Document questions about overseas postings, rotational breadth, or postgraduate funding so you can negotiate them upfront.
- Train for scenario-based interviews that assess ethical judgement and stakeholder management under pressure.
- After acceptance, draft a development plan that maps internships, academic milestones, and enrichment modules to your long-term goals.
