Pre-University Internship Programme

"The internship has been very insightful given how it combines both desk work with open dialogue sessions with senior management. This ensures that we can see the work MFA does at both a micro and macro-level...to gain a deeper understanding of MFA’s work and Singapore’s foreign policy.”

Kieran Lee
2018 Pre-University Intern

Overview

The Pre-University Internship Programme provides interns insights into the life of a Foreign Service Officer. It is an opportunity for those who are considering to take up the Foreign Service Scholarship to better assess if MFA is the right organisation for them. During the 4-week internship, interns can look forward to the following:

Structured briefings on MFA's roles and responsibilities and Singapore's foreign policy

Dialogue sessions with senior diplomats and management

Meetings, conferences and seminars on foreign policy issues

Research assignments

Directorate or Mission-specific projects and events

Requirements

You are eligible to apply if you meet the following criteria:

• Promising students in their final year of study in junior college, polytechnic or equivalent institutions or awaiting university admission
• Considering to apply for the Foreign Service Scholarship
• Singapore citizens or permanent residents who are intending to take up citizenship

Internship Terms

Interns will receive an internship allowance of SGD 600 per month pro-rated.

Contact Us

Applications are now closed and will open again in September 2019 for the 2019-2020 internship cycle.  

If you have any queries, please contact us at mfa_scholarship@mfa.gov.sg.