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SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL PRE-GRADUATE AWARD (SIPGA)

Application Deadline: November 30, 2024

LOCATION: Singapore

The Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award (SIPGA) gives international students the unique opportunity to experience the vibrant scientific environment and work with world-renowned researchers at A*STAR’s Research Entities.
Students who are pursuing their bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computing and Information Science, Biomedical Science, Physical Science or Engineering and Technology can apply for attachments of two to six months in duration. 

ELIGIBILITY:

Open to international 3rd and 4th year undergraduate and master’s students from overseas universities in STEM courses

Obtained/on track to obtain at least a Second-Class (Upper) Honours or equivalent for bachelor’s degree

Students must remain matriculated in their home university during the attachment period

Proficient in written and spoken English

Strong interest in a research career
The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on prevailing scholarship policies. 

BENEFIT:

Awardees are provided with the following during their attachment in Singapore:

Monthly stipend of S$2,000

SIPGA awardees must complete an online SIPGA Attachment Report at least 3 weeks before the end of the attachment.

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MCKINSEY & COMPANY YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAM

LOCATION: Multiple Regions

The Young Leaders Programme is a 1-year full-time consulting program designed for recent university graduates from different academic backgrounds interested in pursuing an exciting career in consulting and passionate about working in Africa. This is an internship open to West African graduates who have completed or are yet to begin their country’s mandatory national youth service. 

ELIGIBILITY:

Undergraduate or master’s degree

Less than 3 years of work experience

Completed or is about to begin national youth service

Outstanding record of academic achievement

Proven record of leadership through extracurricular activities and/or in a work setting

Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Fellow – Young Leaders Program for applicants in Nairobi

Fellow – Young Leaders Program for applicants in Addis Ababa

Fellow – Young Leaders Programme for applicants in Nigeria

BENEFIT:

YLPs receive exceptional training as well as frequent coaching and mentoring from colleagues on their teams.

Following the end of the YLP, assuming good performance, you may be offered a full-time business analyst role with the office.

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