FASS Internship Programme
EMPLOYERS
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Introduction
Internships for the FASS Internship Programme (FASS IP) do not have to be closely tied to specific disciplinary training offered by FASS departments (e.g., Economics, History, etc). They only need to reflect the range of jobs that the majority of fresh FASS graduates will apply for, i.e., internships that can utilise the critical and analytical skills that distinguish our graduates. An internship may be paid or unpaid and is characterised by:
- On-the-job training rather than merely employment
- Intentional learning goals for the interns
- Close supervision
For more guideline for internships, please refer to NUS Centre for Future-ready Graduates website for employers.
Recruitment of Interns
Post Internships on NUS TalentConnect
Employers wishing to recruit students should post their internships in the semester/term prior to the internship period, or earlier, on NUS TalentConnect. After logging onto NUS TalentConnect:
1. Select Arts & Social Sciences Internship for "Position Type".
2. Restrict to FASS Internship Programme for the relevant course and semester.
Make Internship Offers
Employers have to make internship offers to students by the following deadlines, according to the respective internship period.
| Internship Period | AY2024/25 | ||
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Special Term | |
| 12 Aug 2024
to 29 Nov 2024 |
13 Jan 2025
to 2 May 2025 |
12 May 2025
to 18 Jul 2025 |
|
| Deadlines | 19 Jul 2024 | 29 Nov 2024 | 11 Apr 2025 |
Important information
1. NUS students who are performing an internship with credit or on Leave of Absence are exempt from CPF contribution. Please see CPF website FAQ: Are CPF contributions payable for interns undergoing an internship programme?
2. FASS Dean's Office issues letters of support to employers (for CPF/MOM workpass exemption and funding opportunities) for students who intern with FASS courses FAS2551, FAS2551A, FAS2552, FAS2552A, FAS2553 and FAS2553A. Letter to employer will be issued upon request for students who intern with Leave of Absence.
Responsibilities of Employers
Appointment of a Workplace Supervisor
We request that the employer appoint a Workplace Supervisor to guide and review the progress of internship. He/She will:
1. Discuss the specifics of the internship and Work Plan with the student
2. Endorse student's report before submission (if necessary)
3. Once the internship is completed, feedback on student's performance by completing the Employer Evaluation (the Workplace Supervisor’s feedback accounts for a significant part of the grade the student will receive for the internship course)
Completion of Employer Evaluation
Workplace Supervisor is requested to fill out the Employer Evaluation. Please refer to the table on the close of course date respective to the internship period, and the steps involved in completing the Employer Evaluation.
| Internship Period | AY2024/25 | ||
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Special Term | |
| 12 Aug 2024
to 29 Nov 2024 |
13 Jan 2025
to 2 May 2025 |
12 May 2025
to 18 Jul 2025 |
|
| Close of Course Dates | 29 Nov 2024 | 2 May 2025 | 18 Jul 2025 |
- Workplace Supervisor's Feedback is submitted as Employer Evaluation via a link sent to them from the FASSIP administrator.
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