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EPISODE · Jan 16, 2026 · 14 MIN

The Big Story: What career options are emerging for poly graduates beyond full-time employment?

from Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian · host MONEY FM 89.3

According to the 2025 Graduate Employment Survey, most Singapore polytechnic graduates secure employment within six months of graduation, with starting salaries showing modest growth. Beyond these statistics, emerging trends indicate that more graduates are pursuing freelance work, entrepreneurial ventures, and contract roles, reflecting a shift in early-career priorities. On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Sriram Iyer, Managing Director and Business Head of TeamLease Digital Global, to explore what these trends mean for the future of graduate employment.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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