INSPIRE is simple. Internship is simple. Find the best fit internship experience and make that your career. And this is what the INSPIRE aims to achieve. Through the INSPIRE programme, we aim to

1. Raise awareness about the Insurance industry

To increase understanding and awareness of the diverse career opportunities available within the insurance sector among polytechnic students and university undergraduates.

2. Attract the next generation of Young Talent and Build Future Industry Leaders

To identify and attract talented young individuals who possess the potential to contribute to the growth and innovation of the insurance industry. In turn, inspire and nurture the next generation of leaders who can drive the future of insurance, ensuring sustainability and relevance in a rapidly changing global market.

3. Provide Industry Exposure

To offer hands-on experience and exposure through internships, workshops, and mentorship, allowing participants to gain practical insights into the workings of the insurance industry.

4. Promote Skill Development and Relevant industry training

To equip students with key skills and knowledge in areas such as risk management, underwriting, and claims handling, ensuring they are well-prepared for future roles in the insurance sector.

5. Provide Real-world Experiences

As the name goes, the INSPIRE hopes to provide all interns with the real-world experience in Insurance. Insurance is a form of Risk Transfer. Interns will gain firsthand experience on how businesses use insurance to protect themselves from potential losses, and at the same time, remain profitable. By observing and participating in this process through the different departments in the Insurance eco-system, you will be provided with a better understanding on how insurers handle risk management and provide coverage to corporations worldwide.‍

We aim to always ensure that an internship has to be enriching, and knowledgeable. Even if you choose not to return to the industry after your internship (which we hope will be the last thing on your mind), we believe that you will benefit greatly from your internship experience through the following highlights of INSPIRE.

1. Structured training and industry proficiency by the SCI

As interns of INSPIRE, you will undergo a 2 to 3 days series of structured orientation and induction programme designed by SCI, also known as the Insurance Launchpad. This Launchpad will provide you with an in-depth knowledge and insights into various aspects of the insurance industry. These sessions will be led by industry experts and cover topics such as risk management, underwriting, claims handling, and insurance regulations.

Interns will also be provided with an opportunity to gain the basic certifications in the insurance industry by the end of their internship.

2. Internship exposure in various exciting roles

The main component of INSPIRE is the internship exposure, where Polytechnic Interns will undergo a 16-week to24-week internship (depending on school/faculty), and University undergraduates will undergo a 12-week to 16-week internship during the Summer Vacation. Participants will have the opportunity to peek into the insights of the industry and gain real-world experience with leading insurance companies.

This exposure will allow you to explore and take up exciting positions in the respective hiring companies such as Underwriting, Broking, Business Development, Risk Management Claims, Actuarial, and Analyst roles in various departments. As an intern, you will also be able to apply your skills in a professional setting, build industry networks, and understand the day-to-day operations of the insurance industry.

3. Career Guidance and Mentorship

Participants will have access to industry mentors who will provide career guidance, helping them navigate potential career paths and develop the necessary skills for future success in the insurance sector.

4. Recognition and Certification

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will receive a certificate from the Singapore College of Insurance, enhancing their credentials and increasing their employability in the insurance sector.

INSPIREis open to all students and undergraduates from local universities and polytechnics. If you are studying in any of the courses from the following institute of higher learning, you are eligible to join the INSPIRE.

Local Polytechnics

• Nanyang Polytechnic
• Ngee Ann Polytechnic
• Republic Polytechnic
• Singapore Polytechnic
• Temasek Polytechnic

Local Universities

• National University of Singapore
• Nanyang Technological University
• Singapore Management University
• Singapore Institute of Technology
• Singapore University of Social Sciences
• Singapore University of Technology and Design

Poly-INSPIRE (Polytechnic Track)

The polytechnic INSPIRE will comprise of internships spanning 20-weeks to 24-weeks, depending on respective school/faculty. These will include an induction/orientation to the industry through a 2-day SCI Launchpad, a 3-day Certificate in General Insurance certification at around week 6 or 7, and Insurance study-visits/workshops/touchpoints within the internship stint. Students can expect to have a holistic understanding and experience of the industry at the end of their 20 to 24 week internship.

U-INSPIRE (University Track)

The University INSPIRE will comprise of a12-week internship during the summer break. These will include a 2-day SCI Launchpad, a 3-day Certificate in General Insurance certification the following week. Insurance workshops/touchpoints will be greatly reduced for the University track. This will allow undergraduates to focus more on their internships and to gain more exposure in the industry.

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So, what are you waiting for? Be INSPIREd today, and take a shallow dive into insurance through this unique internship experience. What you may never know, is that your dive into the insurance industry will take you deeper as you embark in your career upon graduation.

As they say, enjoy your career and you will never have to work a day in your life. Let’s take the first step together.

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