FAQ

While prior maritime knowledge is helpful, many companies in the maritime industry are open to students from non-maritime majors as there are transferable skills and learning happens on the job. Check out some of these jobs here.

No, it depends on your job scope and responsibilities. There are many careers such as ship broking, chartering, maritime finance and law, R&D, etc, that are office-based. Meet some of the maritime professionals here.

You may go to the “Career Options” section for a more complete overview of the skills required for jobs in the maritime industry.

There is a strong emphasis on sustainability and digitalisation in the industry especially in recent years. Initiatives that focus on decarbonising shipping operations as well as digitalising maritime operations are rapidly developing in the maritime industry.

5 reasons why a student should consider a career in the maritime industry :

• Singapore is a maritime nation, and the industry is a vital economic sector at the nexus of world trade and the global logistics/supply chain.
• Maritime is a global industry that gives you the opportunity to work with people from different countries.
• Maritime is a resilient and dynamic industry – today, it is embracing technology and sustainability into its operations.
• There are diverse job opportunities for talent, whether you’re looking for your first job, or considering a mid-career switch.
• It offers you a purposeful career, moving the goods that move the world.