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Reference: Workforce SingaporeUpdated 2/5/2026

Career Trial

Training allowance: $7.50 - $15.00 per hour (paid to jobseeker); Retention incentive: $500 for 3 months retention; $1,000 for 6 months retention

Career Trial provides employers with a short-term trial arrangement to assess jobseekers' suitability before committing to permanent employment. During the trial period, jobseekers receive a training allowance funded by WSG, reducing the hiring risk for employers while giving jobseekers an opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities. NOTE: Career Trial applications are currently CLOSED. This programme may be superseded by EWTP components in 2026.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • 01

    Programme is currently CLOSED for new applications

  • 02

    Existing approved trials can still proceed and claim

  • 03

    Short-term trial: up to 480 hours (full-time) or 240 hours (part-time)

Frequently Asked Questions

No, Career Trial applications are currently CLOSED for new applications.

Yes, existing approved trials can still proceed and submit claims per the established deadlines.

Training allowance ranges from $7.50 to $15.00 per hour, paid directly to the jobseeker.

Employers can receive $500 for 3 months retention and $1,000 for 6 months retention (additional criteria applies).

This programme may be superseded by EWTP components launching in 2026.