Internships
Putting your learning into practice for real-world industry experience and personal growth
Ngee Ann Polytechnic’s Internship Programmes are designed to give you immeasurable advantages before you embark on your career journey. You will be able to apply the skills and knowledge you have learned on your course of study in the workplace and gain industry experience that you can add to your resume, giving you the competitive edge! You’ll also be able to build your portfolio as you work on industry projects, as well as network with industry professionals that can become valuable business connections.
Internship Programmes
Graded Local or Overseas Internships
As part of your coursework, you will go through graded internships, locally or overseas, ranging from two to six months. Your School will contact you with details about the opportunities available the semester prior to your internship. If you like to experience life in innovative global startups, you can also apply for the Global Entrepreneurial Internship Programme (GEIP). Find out more about Overseas Internships and GEIP HERE!
Vacation Internships
Right from Year 1, take on non-graded four- to eight-week internships that run during the vacation period in end-February to mid-April or end-August to mid-October. These internships give you the opportunity to explore different career interests, enhance your portfolio and expand your network.
Global Entrepreneurial Internship Programme (GEIP)
Increase your awareness of overseas markets through the Global Entrepreneurship Internship Programme and prepare yourself for a career with global responsibilities. Choosing from close to 20 cities in the network that include overseas physical internships in Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City and Jakarta, and remote internships in Silicon Valley and Shanghai, you’ll gain invaluable experience in a dynamic start-up and experience personal growth as you immerse yourself in the local culture.
Overseas Internships
Prepare yourself for a career with global responsibilities! Gain global exposure and increase your awareness of overseas markets through Overseas Internships.
Civic Internships
Work in socially responsible workplaces and apply your skills and knowledge to promote social good when you sign up for a Civic Internship. Through a Civic Internship, you will get the training to become a work-ready professional even as you are nurtured to become an advocate to help build a better world.
Currently, NP has more than 100 organisations and companies on board as our Civic Internship partners. If you are a current student and would like to find out more, please click here and sign in with your NP login credentials and password to view the different types of internship positions available for the current semester.
Internship Stories
I did my internship as a Changi Youth Ambassador with the Changi Airport Group. I learnt about how the world’s best airport manages their daily operations and honed my communication skills when engaging with passengers at the airport.
Tee Rui-Kiat
Diploma in Tourism & Resort Management (TRM)
School of Business & Accountancy
Rui-Kiat had the opportunity to sharpen both his domain and soft skills during his internship at the Changi Airport Group.
My internship as a first-time Production Assistant was challenging, but the opportunity to work with Cesar Millan and travel to Thailand and Taiwan was incredible. The experienced international crew was generous in guiding me and I learnt much from them.
Clare Chao
Diploma in Film, Sound & Video (FSV)
School of Film & Media Studies
Clare’s internship gave her the chance to work on reality TV contest Cesar’s Recruit Asia, during which she rubbed shoulders with celebrity dog-trainer Cesar Millan.
My internship at Bosch was a process of self-discovery. I went in thinking I knew everything, only to realise I didn’t. I managed to apply what I learnt in my job, especially when assisting the department that manages the company’s card access and carpark management systems.
Ten Boon Yong
Diploma in Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management (HLFM)
School of Design & Environment
Boon Yong’s internship at Bosch gave her meaningful insights into smart facility management.