SMU Internship Programme
Internships are a key component of the SMU curriculum and a graduation requirement for most postgraduate programmes. They provide students with real-world work experience and a deeper cross-cultural understanding of business practices, while also offering employers access to highly motivated, career-oriented individuals.
What's in it for Employers?
SMU students are highly regarded for their 'out-of-the-box' thinking, and they add value by offering fresh perspectives on various systems, processes, and programmes. Having an intern can potentially free up professional staff to focus on other important projects and tasks. Each year, many host organizations choose to participate in the internship programme again due to the positive experiences and contributions they receive from interns. The SMU Internship Programme is a proven, cost-effective way to recruit and evaluate potential employees.
Managing the Internship
A successful internship involves a clear description of duties, responsibilities, project scope, and expected outcomes, all laid down in advance to provide a structured learning experience for the intern. Interns should be viewed as entry-level professionals receiving on-the-job training, and they will add value to the organization. Towards the end of the internship, supervisors should complete a Performance Appraisal form for the interns.
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Note: PhD students are available for internships; however, the internship is not a requirement for PhD programmes. Further information is available upon request.
Visa/Work Permit
During term time, international students can intern full-time in Singapore without a work pass if the internship contributes towards graduation requirements.
Working Hours
Interns will follow the regular office working hours of the host organization. On certain days, students may need to leave early for evening classes that start at 7 pm.
Leave Of Absence
Undergraduates are allowed to take a leave of absence to do term-time internships. International students are not allowed to do so upon completing their mandatory 10-week internship graduation requirement
Stipend
SMU does not stipulate or set a fixed monthly stipend for interns. However, host organizations are encouraged to offer a stipend that aligns with market rates.
CPF
Host organisations in Singapore accepting full-time matriculated students from SMU programmes with internship graduation requirements are exempted from CPF contributions.
Insurance
All SMU students are covered under a Group Personal Accident Insurance policy. In addition, host organisations may wish to cover the interns under their own insurance schemes.
Appraisal
Upon completion of the internship, the intern's supervisor is required to complete and submit SMU’s performance appraisal form for the intern.
