International Students
NUS has a truly diverse global community, with students from 100 countries around the world. The NUS Career Centre supports international students by providing assistance with:
Working in Singapore during study
The Immigration & Checkpoints Authority’s (ICA) student pass entitles international students to seek part-time jobs and internships in Singapore. We advise international students to familiarise themselves with the ICA’s website for current information governing student work privileges in Singapore.
According to the Employment of Foreign Workers Act (Cap 91A, S4) Work Permit (Exemption) (Consolidation) Notification,
- Working during term vacations:
All international students* studying in NUS on ICA’s student pass are eligible to work during term vacations without having to apply for work permit.
- Working during academic term time:
International students* are allowed to work not more than 16 hours per week.
*International Students here refers to NUS full-time matriculated students. Exchange students in NUS are not allowed to take up any forms of employment or internship.
Official term vacation and academic periods are indicated in the latest academic calendar.
Working in Singapore after graduation
For international students hoping to work in Singapore after graduation, the latest updates on work visas and employment regulations can be downloaded from the Ministry of Manpower’s website.
Should you require a longer period of stay to look for jobs upon completion of your courses, you may apply for a one-year (non-renewable) long-term social visit pass at the ICA’s Social Visit Pass Unit. The latest updates are posted on the ICA’s website.
Upcoming events for International Students
The International Students Services Section under the Office of Student Affairs conducts regular talks on immigration regulations and the working environment in Singapore. Do keep a look out for these informative sessions:
- International Student Orientation Briefing
- Exit Briefing for Graduating International Students
For details on these events, visit the
International Students Services website.
