The new Space Internship Programme will offer internships across space-tech firms here and abroad. Read more at straitstimes.com.
SINGAPORE - Tertiary students who aspire to build satellites or work on geospatial technologies will have the opportunity to do so with the launch of an internship programme in the space sector here.
From now till 2026, there will be at least 95 internship openings across space-tech firms here and abroad. There is no age limit for applicants, she added, and those looking for a mid-career switch can also apply onApplicants will be screened by Space Faculty before they are recommended to suitable companies, which will then interview them.
“Some students might be learning history, but they may also be interested in space. They might also be good in basic maths and science. Just because they’ve chosen to major in history does not preclude them from exploring other options.” Dr Victor Khoo, the division’s director, said that while Space Internship Programme candidates do not need to have a Stem background, they should have some basic understanding of GNSS and geospatial technology.
Speaking at the Stem education forum on Thursday, Second Minister for Education Maliki Osman noted that outer space and the Stem field have ignited many innovations.
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