What is Career Trial about? 

Career Trial is part of the suite of career services offered by Workforce Singapore (WSG) and the Employment and Employability Institute (NTUC’s e2i).

Career Trial aims to encourage jobseekers and host companies who are unsure about the job fit to go through a short-term trial before considering formal employment. It is targeted at full-time jobs paying at least $1,500/month and part-time jobs paying at least $750/month.

For more information, download the Career Trial factsheet, FAQ, Infographic and reference guide for application and claim submission.

Who can register?

Your company must be:

• legally registered or incorporated in Singapore, with a Unique Entity Number (UEN) registered with ACRA;

• actively hiring for full-time jobs paying at least $1,500/month, and/or part-time jobs paying at least $750/month; and

• be able to offer employment to suitable Jobseekers on permanent terms or on contract terms that are no less than one (1) year after completion of Career Trial.

How to Claim

Training Allowance (TA) Claims

During and after the completion of the Career Trial, you must submit the TA claims on behalf of your approved jobseeker through the Career Trial portal. Please take note that the usual claims timeline will apply, provided that the approved CT jobseeker commences CT by 31 May 2025. The TA will be disbursed directly to the jobseeker’s bank account once it is approved.

Download the FAQ for Employer and refer to Category E for more information.