Freelancing in Singapore
/1 Comment/in Job Seeker AdviceSelf-employment and freelancing in Singapore account for approximately 8.8 percent of the workforce in the city. Any individual with skills currently in demand can work as a freelancer. Expats experience more difficulty since employment must be secure prior to living in the city for the long-term.
Use Your Skills to Earn a Second Income Freelancing
/0 Comments/in Career counselingThere are so many creative strategies to earn a second income freelancing that it can be quite a challenge to discern the best way to begin. The key to getting started is to identify exactly what your skills are while figuring out how they will best fit into the greater market. Once you have some […]
The Ultimate Interview Guide – What You Need To Say To Get Hired
/0 Comments/in Job Seeker AdviceIn today’s economy, getting a job can be extremely difficult. Not only are you competing with dozens of other workers, but even if you do get the interview, there’s a chance you can blow it when it comes time to meet with the interviewer. No matter what the career, the interviewer’s job is to trick […]
Can a Foreigner do an Internship in Singapore?
/0 Comments/in Job Seeker AdviceSingapore is teaming with many internship opportunities, thanks to diverse industries, high number of universities and a growing economy. The positive environment has seen a number of job listing portals established in the country to help students, graduates and expats get internships, part-time work and graduate jobs. The work opportunities being offered can help students […]
Professional Jobs in Malaysia [Overview for Expats]
/0 Comments/in Jobs in ASEANWhat are the Best Job Opportunities in Malaysia? A lucrative job often comes with attractive compensation and fringe benefits. This means higher standards of living and self-satisfaction. The rate of compensation an employee receives is normally determined by the industry, job location and the position or designation being advertised. Malaysia is increasingly becoming a favourite […]
Professional Jobs in Cambodia [Overview for Expats]
/0 Comments/in Jobs in ASEANThe Cambodia Job Market Expatriates looking for jobs in Cambodia need to converse themselves with the country’s economy, job market as well as issues like taxation and work permit. The garment industry is the largest in the country in terms of employment and export. According to InterNationsGO, the garment sector employs the more than 0.7 […]
Coronavirus and the Impact on Singapore Jobs – The Good, Bad and Ugly
/0 Comments/in Living in SingaporePandemics of viruses such as the coronavirus have long been the subject of many a science fiction film. The truth, unfortunately, is that a pandemic can happen beyond just movies. Viruses are real and can spread quickly across the globe due to fast and accessible air travel. As the fear of this virus spreads, the […]
Professionals Jobs in Myanmar [Overview for Expats]
/0 Comments/in Jobs in ASEANIf you’re an expat, you’ll be happy to hear that there are many jobs in Myanmar. Furthermore, it’s a developing country, which means that the economy is likely to grow in the future. This means that you’re likely to find more jobs in the country over time, and these opportunities are likely to be increasingly […]
Professional Jobs in Laos [Overview for Expats]
/0 Comments/in Jobs in ASEANBe a Professional in Laos The market for jobs in Laos is ever expanding as the demand for workers is at an all-time high. Employers are finding it exceptionally difficult to hire workers for the available jobs that are being presented. In fact, the job market has struggled for years to fill its available positions.
How to Find Jobs in Vietnam [Overview for Expats]
/0 Comments/in Jobs in ASEANJobs in Vietnam are on the rise due to the economy consistently maintaining a growth rate of about 7% with a per capita income just under $2400. Additional opportunities to have an increase in income are presented to those with the correct skill set and who are committed to their craft. It is reported that […]
Jobs for American Expats in Thailand
/0 Comments/in Jobs in ASEANThe “Land of Smiles” draws people in with it friendly residents, a welcoming spirit and year-round pleasant weather. Many people dream of retiring to Thailand, while others pack up and go sooner, finding work when they arrive in the country. While there is work for those who want to live in Thailand long term, it […]
Best of the Blog 2019
/0 Comments/in DevelopementNew Year – New Career We have had a spectacular year of growth on our jobsboard from solidifying our base for jobs in Singapore to encompassing all 10 ASEAN nations. Now as we look ahead to 2020 you can view over 4000 job ads on FutureWork.sg to find a new career in the new year. […]
Professional Jobs in Brunei Darussalam [Overview for Expats]
/0 Comments/in Jobs in ASEANBest Jobs in Brunei Darussalam for Expats The job market in Brunei Darussalam is one of the healthiest you will find. With a wide range of careers for expats, the small and wealthy country in Southeast Asia offers a great opportunity for those willing to undertake the life-changing journey of a lifetime.
The Future of Work is ASEAN
/0 Comments/in Jobs in ASEANNow publishing jobs in ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations). Since launching our jobs board and blog over 18 months ago, FutureWork.sg has built up a loyal following, increased website visitors and the number of job ads for professional jobs in Singapore. We are now pleased to announce we are now expanding our reach […]
Oil and Gas Jobs – Singapore Jobs in Demand
/0 Comments/in Singapore Jobs in DemandIn Asia, Singapore is regarded as a significant oil shipping center that in turn results in many opportunities and oil and gas jobs. Besides, the country is among the top five oil trade-offs and refining hubs globally. Singapore has also risen to be a market leader for floating production, offloading (FPSOs) conversion as well as […]
Top 10 Fast-Growing and High Paying Careers for Men [In 2022 and Beyond]
/0 Comments/in Job Seeker AdviceWhen browsing through careers that will continue to provide growth and fulfilment beyond the next couple of years, it is important to consider all of the trends that are on the horizon and will dictate the future professional landscape. It is imperative that you do not fall into the trap of embarking on a career […]
Top 10 Fast-Growing and High Paying Careers for Women [In 2022 and Beyond]
/0 Comments/in Career counselingWhen selecting a career, it’s important to look at the trends that will determine job market viability in the long term. What may seem like a lucrative career today may become obsolete within a matter of a few years if technological disruption renders your chosen field of work irrelevant.
What is Living in Singapore as an Expat Really Like?
/0 Comments/in Living in SingaporeWhat It Means to be an Expat in Singapore An expat in Singapore is a person that is living in Singapore for a short, but undefined amount of time. To truly be an expat or expatriate of Singapore, you must have been born in another country and plan to return to your native country after […]
How to Use Facebook Groups for Job Search and Networking
/0 Comments/in Job Seeker AdviceFinding a job is no longer limited to local listings and printed employment ads. Today, browsing for employment is even possible with the use of social media. Using Facebook groups for job search and networking opportunities is a great way to find positions that are right for your skillset and are available in your preferred […]
The Impact of the Hong Kong Protests on the Singapore Job Market
/0 Comments/in Living in SingaporeSince the rallies started last June, with a throng of residents protesting about a controversial bill that would for the first time ever permit suspects to be extradited to mainland China to face trial, tension has now escalated in Hong Kong with police resorting to tear gas and rubber bullets to ward off unruly demonstrators. […]