Traineeship Programme at Google Singapore
We’re back with a new cohort of the Traineeship Programme, in partnership with Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA). Trainees will undergo a 12-month full-time training programme, which comprises 3 months of external training and 9 months of on-the-job training at Google Singapore. Trainees will choose from one of three training tracks: [NEW] Data Analytics, Digital Marketing or Professional Cloud Architect. Look forward to a robust and practical curriculum guided by industry practitioners and mentorship from Googlers.
Upon successful completion, all trainees will receive a certificate of completion, and get access to the Skills Ignition SG Outplacement Programme.
The Traineeship Programme will start on 1 April 2027 and end on 31 March 2028.
Applications for 2027 are now open till 23 October 2026.
Why join the programme?
3 months of training immersion and 9 months of on-the-job training at Google Singapore
Robust development plan and mentorship by Googlers
Structured and practical training guided by industry practitioners
Royce Lua joined the Skills Ignition SG Traineeship under the Professional Cloud Architect Learning track. The programme provided him with extensive knowledge about the Google Cloud Platform, and practical, hands-on training, enabling his transition into the tech industry.
Singaporeans / PRs only
Must be unemployed at the point of programme start date i.e. 1 April 2027, and committed to completing the full 12 months program
Must not have participated in any IMDA Company-Led training / career conversion programme or other placement programmes before
Possess the minimum education and/or work qualifications
Hiring process
Apply online - tell us who you are and what you do through your resume
Up to 3 interviews with the recruiter and the hiring manager
Decision and offer, based on your application and interview package*
This process can take up to 4 months.
*Please note the following conditions of applications which are applicable to all companies under IMDA's Company-Led Training (CLT) programme:
Learning tracks
NEW Data Analytics
This track equips you with the skills to advance your career in data analytics, cloud databases, and business intelligence.
During the 3 months external training, you'll learn how to:
During the 9 months on-the-job training at Google Singapore, you'll learn how to:
Throughout the Traineeship programme, you will have the opportunity to learn about how AI works, applying AI as a data professional, and explore Google’s approach to AI.
For the Data Analyst track, the minimum requirements are:
*Stipend amount is non-negotiable and subject to applicable taxes and other deductions (including where required by law).
Digital Marketing
In this track, you will explore the best practices of digital marketing and practice the tools and techniques using digital marketing channels, content and data.
During the 3 months external training, you’ll learn:
You will transition from classroom learning to on-the-job training (OJT) at Google Singapore. During the 9-month OJT phase, you will explore different areas and work on real projects scoped by your hosting team.
You will have the opportunity to develop your professional skills and gain digital skill sets beyond what you've learned in the initial 3 months of the program.
Throughout the Traineeship programme, you will have the opportunity to learn about how AI works, applying AI as a digital marketing professional and explore Google's approach to AI.
For the Digital Marketing track, the minimum requirements are:
*Stipend amount is non-negotiable and subject to applicable taxes and other deductions (including where required by law).
Professional Cloud Architect
This track equips you with the skills to advance your career in cloud architecture. During the 3 months external training, you’ll learn how to:
During the 9 months on-the-job training at Google Singapore, you’ll learn how to:
Throughout the Traineeship programme, you will have the opportunity to learn about how AI works, applying AI as a Cloud professional and explore Google's approach to AI.
For the Professional Cloud Architect track, the minimum requirements are:
*Stipend amount is non-negotiable and subject to applicable taxes and other deductions (including where required by law).
Graduate Success Stories
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Frequently asked questions
The Traineeship Programme is ideal for fresh professionals and mid-careerists who can commit to 12-months of full-time training. Only Singaporeans / PRs can apply.
Google Career Certificates and Google Career Essentials are ideal for those looking for a flexible and more accessible skilling option. You do not have to be a Singaporean / PR to apply.
The Traineeship Programme will start on 1 April 2027 and end on 31 March 2028.
The Traineeship Programme is for Singaporeans and PRs only. Non-Singaporeans/PRs may wish to apply for Google Career Certificates and/ or Google Career Essentials instead.
No problem! We have a team dedicated to making sure you have what you need for the interview. If you need us to arrange an ASL interpreter, if you’d like your service animal with you, or if you have something else in mind, just ask your recruiter to connect you to the interview accommodations team. From there, you can confidentially discuss your accommodation options with a trained specialist.
During the 3 months external training with our learning partners, classes will be conducted both online and in-person. In-person sessions will be held at our training partner's venue. Trainees will also go through 9 months of on-the-job training with Google Singapore (subject to hybrid work guidelines).
You will receive a certificate of completion, if you meet the required attendance % and the applicable assessment criteria for each track. (Note: For Professional Cloud Architect track, trainees need to pass the certification exam in order to earn the Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification.)
Trainees receive career coaching and holistic support to develop their professional skills throughout the programme. Our goal is to equip trainees with the necessary skills and knowledge to seek their next meaningful opportunity after completing the traineeship.
The goal of the programme is to give you the experience you need to apply for entry-level roles in the industry and help equip you to pursue a meaningful opportunity after completing your traineeship. Following programme completion, and depending on role availability and your profile, you can explore and apply to full-time opportunities at Google via Google's career page. You could also consider other opportunities in the industry or continue your education.
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AI Professional Certificate
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Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity analysts are responsible for monitoring and protecting information and systems.
If you like: investigating, solving puzzles
Business Intelligence
Business intelligence professionals help organizations collect, structure, interpret, and report on business data to help stakeholders make informed decisions.
If you like: analysing data, informing decisions
Advanced Data Analytics
Advanced data analysts and data scientists are responsible for collecting, analysing, and interpreting extremely large amounts of data within organizations.
If you like: exploring data, building models, finding insights
Data Analytics
Data analysts collect, transform, and organise data to help make informed business decisions.
If you like: uncovering trends and patterns, visualisations
Digital Marketing and E-commerce
Digital marketers use online tools to reach customers. E-commerce specialists grow online sales.
If you like: connecting with people online, building an online presence
IT Support
IT Specialists troubleshoot problems so computers and networks run correctly.
If you like: solving problems, helping others
IT Automation
For IT Support certificate holders, build on your IT foundations and learn in-demand skills including Python, Git, and IT automation.
If you like: analysing real-world IT problems and implementing the appropriate strategies to solve them
UX Design
UX designers make digital and physical products easier and more enjoyable to use.
If you like: understanding people, drawing, thinking creatively
Project Management
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If you like: solving problems, organisation, working with people
Frequently asked questions
The Traineeship Programme is ideal for fresh professionals and mid-careerists who can commit to 12-months of full-time training. Only Singaporeans / PRs can apply.
Google Career Certificates and Google Career Essentials are ideal for those looking for a flexible and more accessible skilling option. You do not have to be a Singaporean / PR to apply.
You may enrol directly via Coursera, and start anytime as the training tracks are entirely self-paced.
There are no eligibility criteria or background knowledge prerequisites. However, we recommend Google Career Certificates for individuals who have minimally completed secondary education. Please note that the IT Automation certificate is only available to learners who have completed the IT Support certificate.
None! Whether you're completely new to the field or have had some exposure, a Google Career Certificate is the right program for you.
The certificates are completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your instructional videos, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
In Singapore, the subscription cost is $49 USD per month after an initial 7-day trial period at no cost. Both Google Career Certificates and Google Career Essentials are completely self-paced. Many learners complete their Certificate in three to six months and their Essentials course within one month.
In other countries where Google Career Certificates or Google Career Essentials are available, your cost may vary. To see the exact cost in your local currency, please visit the Coursera page and view the enrollment options.
Coursera is a global online learning platform that offers access to online courses. Google has worked with Coursera to make Google Career Certificates available on their platform.
Subject-matter experts and senior practitioners at Google designed the certificates. Every certificate has been created to equip learners with the right theory and practical skills and pave the way for success in an entry-level job. Experts in the industry, including the Project Management Institute, Tableau, and Figma, have also been consulted in the preparation of the materials.
Level up your skills
Quickly gain valuable competencies to add a skill to your resume, apply a new skill to uplevel your work, or simply learn something new.
Kickstart your careers in high-growth fields
The Outplacement Programme provides Skills Ignition SG graduates with the opportunity to connect with employers that have joined the Employer Consortium through our job portal and career fairs. You'll also gain access to career workshop sessions that enhance your networking, interviewing, and resume-writing skills.
Complete a Google Career Certificate online, at your own pace and time. Enrol in a course today.
Access free career resources like interview workshops, networking sessions, and career fairs.
To get started, you will be directed to the Skills Ignition SG Outplacement Hub, an external partner site hosted outside of Google. Register to get access here.
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Google Career Certificates Scholarships for Businesses
Small & Medium Enterprises employ 70% of the local workforce, but over 60% of Singapore SMEs remain as digital starters and lose out in the race for tech talent and upskilling their existing workforce.
Google’s Commitment
At Google, we are deeply committed to driving greater digital uptake among SMEs at different digitalisation stages, to enable their growth domestically and regionally, powering the heart of our economy and community.
FotoHub, a Singapore-based print shop is one of the many SMEs that have invested in digital upskilling through Google. Part of the Digital Practitioner Program - a Grow with Google program, they learnt how to optimise advertising spend, improve their online presence which in turn helped grow their online business.
By investing in digital upskilling, employees can become more competent and confident in their jobs, while businesses can thrive and grow in the digital age.
Sign up for the Google Career Certificate scholarships today.
How does the scholarship work?
will fully sponsor the monthly Coursera subscription fee for local businesses until December 2024
across various sectors, including retail, tech and travel
Fast track to in-demand industries
Gain certificates in high-growth fields like Data Analytics, Project Management, IT support, and more.
Learn at your own pace
Flexible study that fits your lifestyle. 3 to 6 months to complete with under 10 hours study per week.
No experience necessary
Learn hands-on skills from experts in the field, with no prior experience needed.
Stand out to employers
Make your resume competitive with a credential from Google.
To support more SMEs in their digitalisation journey and growth, Google is partnering with industry and government agencies to offer 15,000 Google Career Certificates (GCC) scholarships to 300 local businesses across various sectors, including retail, tech, and travel at no cost.
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Safeguard your business with Google Cybersecurity Certificate Scholarships
In Q2 of 2022, there were nearly 2 million ransomware attacks in Singapore, with a successful attack costing local companies $1.5 million on average.
Google's Commitment
At Google, we are committed to helping local businesses take the first step in strengthening their defence, by ensuring their business and employees are trained to be aware of cyber threats and how they can handle various types of cybersecurity incidents.
Google is partnering with the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) to offer 5,000 scholarships to an estimated 100 enterprises to complete our newly-introduced Google Cybersecurity Certificate at no cost. The following organisations are eligible for the scholarship:
Please approach your CISOaaS consultant or your appointed certification body for more information.
About the Google Cybersecurity Certificates
Safeguard your business
Learn how to identify common risks, threats and vulnerabilities, as well as techniques on how to mitigate them.
Taught by cybersecurity experts at Google
Gain hands-on experience in Python, Linux, SQL, and more taught by cybersecurity experts at Google.
Scholarships available
Get in touch with the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore to apply for the scholarship.
Learn more about the certificate here.
One of the best defences against cyber attacks is a workforce trained to stop them. Sign up for the Google Cybersecurity Certificate Scholarships today.
For businesses interested in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate Scholarship, please approach your CISOaaS consultant or your appointed certification body for more information.
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Connect with the Skills Ignition SG talent pipeline
Skills Ignition SG creates opportunities for a diverse pipeline of talent to kickstart their career in cloud technology, digital marketing, IT, user experience design, data engineering and analytics, or project management, thanks to our employer consortium member companies. Become a participating employer to connect with skilled candidates and grow your talent pipeline.
As a participating employer, you'll receive:
An inclusive talent pipeline
A diverse pool of qualified Skills Ignition SG candidates.
Recognition
A “Google participating employer” digital badge that you can post on your company website.
Hiring services
Get your open roles listed on an exclusive job board and participate in career fairs, complemented by resume curation and candidate matching by our recruitment partner.
Our partners
We are currently seeking companies interested in being part of our employer consortium. If you hire for cloud technology, digital marketing, IT, user experience design, data engineering and analytics, or project management, we’d love to hear from you. There are no requirements regarding company size, no annual hiring minimums to join, and no cost to be part of the consortium.
Frequently asked questions
The Employer Consortium consists of companies that have committed to consider Skills Ignition SG graduates for their vacant roles.
