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Ending Your Career Break: Job Opportunities and Career Guidance for Women Returning to The Workforce
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At home, you play important roles as mothers, wives, daughters, and more. At work, you can take on important roles too.
Thinking about returning to the workforce? There are many exciting job opportunities available for women, even for stay-at-home moms and caregivers.
Here are some programmes and services that can guide you through the process and help you gain the skills and confidence you need to re-enter the workforce and build your way towards a healthy career.
Recruitment Process for Women Returning to Work
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Returning to work can be challenging. On top of rapid changes in hiring processes, returning from a career break can be particularly difficult for women who have left the workforce for a longer period of time. Your job search process now may be quite different from what you are familiar with.
Learn about the latest job search techniques, hiring trends and recruitment process, and check out what skills are needed in today’s workplace.
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Career Advice and Guidance for Women Returning to the Workforce
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Not sure how to start or if your skills are still relevant after a career break? Whether you are a mom looking for entry-level jobs to return to work or in the midst of exploring a new professional path, there’s a career path waiting for you on the horizon. Visit any of the resources below for advice and recommendations on programmes and services to help you assess your skills, explore different paths, and develop a plan to gain clarity and meet your employment needs.
| Career Health and Career Planning | Take charge of your future by building simple career planning habits. Map out actionable steps to improve your career health after a career break. |
| WSG’s Careers Connect, Career Matching Providers & NTUC’s e2i Centres | Partner with our careers team. They provide personalised job search tips and will guide you in rediscovering your career values, interests, personality and skills, bringing you closer to your next job. Visit us today! |
| Careers Connect On-the-Go (CCOTG) | Keep a look out for our mobile career advisory service – CCOTG. You can speak to a Career Ambassador and attend job interviews all in the comfort of your neighbourhood. Find out if they are coming to a place near you! |
| CareersFinder by MyCareersFuture | Chart your path to a successful career with CareersFinder, a feature on MyCareersFuture that empowers you to discover personalised upskilling and career recommendations by analysing your unique profile. Try it now! |
| Polaris | Polaris is a personalised career guidance programme designed for individuals who are looking to elevate their career through career planning. This programme comprises three coaching sessions with a credentialed career coach. The career coach will support you in shaping a robust Career Development Plan, tailored exclusively to fuel your professional growth, harmonising your strengths, values and aspirations. Discover more |
| WSG Volunteer Career Advisors (VCA) | Get sector and occupation-specific insights and career advice from industry veterans, and network with like-minded professionals across over 30 sectors such as :
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| Relaunch | Relaunch is an SG Women in Tech initiative dedicated to supporting women who are re-entering the tech workforce in Singapore. Together with NTUC LearningHub, the programme gathers organisations in Singapore’s tech ecosystem to support women by bridging their technology skills gap, enhancing their employability, while fostering a strong and inclusive community for women to thrive in the tech industry.
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Sharpen Your Skills before Returning to Work
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Wonder if your skills are getting rusty, especially after a career break? Before you return to the workforce, take some time to re-evaluate your current skill sets to see if they are relevant in today’s job market!
Consider upskilling to stay employable in your previous job function or reskilling to discover new opportunities in a different sector. You could also look for part-time jobs to for a better work-life balance if you’re a mom taking care of your children. Here are some work attachment opportunities and upskilling courses to “un-rust” your skills or pick up something new so that you are well-equipped with the right skill sets for your return to the workforce.
Support is also available for housewives returning to work to help you feel confident as you re-enter professional life.
| Career Conversion Programmes (CCP) | Interested in switching careers? Discover new occupations or sectors that have good prospects and opportunities for progression, we offer close to 100 CCPs in about 30 sectors.
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| Mid-Career Pathways Programme | If you are aged 40 and above, consider taking up an industry-relevant attachment programme lasting from four to six months with approved host organisations. Gain industry-relevant experience, develop new skills and boost your employability.
Look forward to a full-time role with the host organisation if your performance is assessed to be satisfactory during the attachment. Click here to check eligibility. |
| SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP) | For mid-career individuals to acquire industry-relevant skills that improve employability and help you move into new sectors or job roles. Choose from a variety of part-time or full-time training courses, that ranges from three to 12 months long. Learn more here. |
| SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy | You can receive up to 90% course fee subsidies for SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)-supported courses. Eligible for Singaporeans aged 40 and above. Click here to check eligibility. |
| MySkillsFuture portal | Find SSG-supported courses to upskill and stay relevant in the workforce. Start exploring. |
| Skills and Training Advisory Services | Speak with Skills Ambassadors in a one-to-one consultation on the skills and training needs to achieve your career goals. Read more here. |
| SkillsFuture Credit | Offset your course fees with up to $5,000 in SkillsFuture Credit* *Inclusive of a $500 opening credit for Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above, and up to $4,000 in mid-career credit for those aged 40 and above. Learn more here. |
Explore Job Opportunities for Women Returning to Work
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Whether you're seeking part-time flexibility, a return to your previous field, or a brand-new career path, there are diverse job opportunities for women returning to work. Visit the following resources to view available jobs and attachment opportunities by employers who are hiring now!
| MyCareersFuture Portal | Add your skills and work experience into your profile and search for jobs in a smarter, faster and easier way. You can also find jobs or attachment opportunities where government support is provided. Apply for jobs here. |
| Career Fairs and Events | Dress sharp and come prepared with your resume so that you can join an interview with employers who may be available either onsite or through video conferencing. Check out our upcoming events. |
| Virtual Career Fairs | Our virtual career fairs are thematic in nature, and you can view the list of companies and opportunities available. Apply for the jobs you are interested in, all in the comfort of your home, at your convenience. Attend upcoming virtual fairs. |
Other Resources And Support Organisations
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Finding job-related help after a career break is easier when you have the right network. For a comprehensive list of government support services for women returning to the workforce, visit supportgowhere.life.gov.sg. You can also download the LifeSG app to access all government services on your mobile phone.
List of organisations supporting women:
Frequently Asked Questions from Women Returning to Work
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How do I update my resume after my career gap?
You can address your career gap in your resume by highlighting transferable skills, knowledge and experience gained during your career break. Connect these experiences to the specific requirements of the job you’re applying for, showcasing how your skills are relevant and valuable.
Can I work from home while rejoining the workforce?
Remote work options depend on the individual employer and the specific role. Many companies hiring women returning to work now are offering flexible work arrangements and it's worth exploring opportunities that align with your needs.
How do I build confidence when returning to work?
Upskilling courses and networking events can be invaluable for regaining professional confidence. These opportunities allow you to refresh and upgrade your knowledge, connect with industry professionals and build a supportive network.
What are the top industries hiring women returning to work?
You will find that sectors like Professional Services, Health & Social Services, and Information & Communications are currently offering excellent prospects. Latest 2025 reports highlight a significant shift towards stable, higher-skilled roles, with professional and executive (PMET) positions now making up 64.2% of the resident workforce. Looking into jobs for women within these sectors is a practical step when returning to the workforce after a career break.
How do I know if my skills are still relevant after a long break?
Reflect on your Values, Interests, Personality, and Skills (VIPS) to understand your current strengths. You can also check out the latest hiring trends on MyCareersFuture to see which skills are currently in demand for your next career break or comeback.
Are there government schemes or subsidies that can help pay for training?
Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use SkillsFuture Credit to offset course fees. If you are aged 40 and above, the Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy covers up to 90% of fees for SSG-supported courses to help you find new jobs for women after a career break.
How can I switch to a new industry after my career break?
You can use your SkillsFuture Credit to help pay for course fees if you are a Singaporean aged 25 and above. If you are 40 or older, the Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy can even cover up to 90% of your training costs, making it easier for you to find new jobs for women.
About herCareer initiative
herCareer initiative supports Singaporean women who are returning to work after a career break through career guidance, skills training and networking opportunities.
We understand the challenges that come with coming back to work, which is why our support aims to provide you with easier access to available jobs, transit into new industries and job roles and build up job-relevant skillsets.
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