These are two segments the labour movement has underserved, even as it makes inroads with championing vulnerable workers and moderating the cost of living, labour chief Ng Chee Meng said in his May Day Rally speech on Monday.
The push to get 12,000 human resources practitioners certified to comply with fair employment practices is one part of the effort to close the gap for PMEs, Mr Ng said at the rally held at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre.
"However, in the youth segment, NTUC recognises that we can do more to serve our youth better," said Mr Ng.
To this end, the labour movement launched a youth task force a year ago, which has engaged 10,000 young people to find out their key concerns.
Feedback from youth on their desire for quality internships and mentorships led NTUC to develop the Career Starter Lab with employers, he noted.
This is a pilot scheme to let young people try out a job after school and national service, while also helping employers attract and retain young talent. The scheme was announced last Friday and is slated for launch in the second half of 2023.
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