Every Singaporean household can now claim $300 CDC Vouchers starting from 3 Jan 25

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Every Singaporean household will receive $300 CDC Vouchers in January 2025.

The CDC Vouchers Scheme 2025 (January) is part of the enhancements to the Assurance Package announced by then Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong at Budget 2024. The package provides more immediate support for Singaporean households and helps defray daily expenses.

Starting 3 January 2025, you can visit go.gov.sg/cdcv to claim the $300 CDC vouchers. The process for claiming and spending the vouchers remains the same.

The CDC Vouchers Scheme 2025 (January) are valid till 31 December 2025.

  • $150 CDC Vouchers 2025 (January) to spend at participating heartland merchants and hawkers
  • $150 CDC Vouchers 2025 (January) to spend at participating supermarkets

Learn how you can claim your CDC Vouchers 2025 (January).

How to claim and spend your CDC Vouchers 2025 (January)

1: Visit go.gov.sg/cdcv. Tap on CDC Vouchers 2025 (January).

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2: Log in with Singpass. Only one household member needs to claim on behalf of the household.

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3: Receive your CDC Voucher link by SMS from “gov.sg”. Forward the SMS to share with household members.

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4: Select the voucher type and amount you want to use. Show the QR code to the participating merchant to scan.

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If you do not have a smartphone or Singpass, or for further enquiries or assistance, visit your nearest Community Centre/Club (CC) or call the PA Contact Centre at 6225 5322.

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Latest WFH internships posted from 30 December 2024 to 3 January 2025

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Hope your start to the new year has been a great one.

If you’re on the search for WFH internships in the area of HR, marketing & admin, and more, we’ve got opportunities for you this week.

Have a look!

#1: Cotton On Group Pte Ltd – HR Intern (9 Months Contract)

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Website: cottonon.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $1,200 – 1,500 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Minimum ‘A’ Levels or equivalent;
  • People-oriented and strong communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Prior hands-on recruitment experience is a plus
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including scheduling and conducting interviews, issuing offers through the in-house recruitment system, and onboarding
  • Administer the general careers team mailbox, providing timely and high-quality responses to candidates and new hires
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system.
  • Assist in all other Admin duties in the HR Department
  • Assist on other HR projects such as staff engagement events and when required
How to apply?

View the job post here and write to Bal via this link.

#2: O2genes Private Limited – Marketing and Admin Intern

Website: o2genes.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $800 – 1,000 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Strong interest and passion for marketing.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Open to a long-term career with opportunities for full-time conversion upon graduation.
Key Responsibilities
  • Marketing Support: Assist in the development and execution of marketing strategies and campaigns.
  • Social Media Management: Create engaging content, manage our social media platforms, and interact with our community to enhance brand presence.
  • Administrative Tasks: Handle various administrative duties to support the team and ensure smooth operations.
How to apply?

View the job post here and write to Jolene via this link.

#3: HOYA Electronics Singapore Pte Ltd – Human Resource Intern

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Website: hoya.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $1,400 – 1,600 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Students and Graduates are welcome to apply for this role.
  • Proficient in MS Office. Proficiency in Canva / Photoshop is an additional advantage.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and good decision-making skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Create new ideas for company booths at industry/school career fairs.
  • Create interactive and experiential activities for career fairs to increase engagement and traffic.
  • Planning Training Courses for Employees
  • Assist the L&D team in planning and contacting vendors to organize employee training sessions.
  • Candidate Assessment
  • Review resumes to determine the suitability of candidates before proceeding to schedule interviews.
  • Assist in coordinating interviews forthe  HR team.
  • Employee Onboarding and Orientation
  • Assist the HR team with onboarding new employees.
  • Other ad-hoc duties as requested by supervisor/manager.
How to apply?

View the job post here and send your resume to [email protected]

#4: Wanderus Technologies – Digital Marketing Intern

Website: wanderusgroup.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $800 – 1,200 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • No prior professional experience is required; an academic background in marketing, communications, or creative studies is preferred.
  • Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Fast learner, able to adapt and pick up new techniques and software.
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the development of creatives and engaging social media content.
  • Assist in the planning and execution of SEO strategies.
  • Learn and use digital marketing tools and platforms such as Meta Business Manager, Google Analytics, SE Ranking, Adobe Suite, Figma, and Canva.
How to apply?

View the job post here and write to Kaiser via this link.

#5: Creative For More – Graphic Design Intern

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Website: creativeformore.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $800 – 1,500 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Diploma or bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Communications, or relevant field, or at least 2-3 years experience in an agency or related field. 
  • Someone active on social media
  • Experienced using tools like Adobe Suite and Canva
  • Enthusiastic, proactive self-starter, and a strong team player
  • Proficient with the use of a variety of digital and content marketing tools
  • Someone with a good command of English
  • Experience in Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign.
  • Having your DSLR is also a bonus for the photoshoots
  • Team player and a fast and adept learner
Key Responsibilities
  • Think creatively and develop new design concepts, graphics, and layouts
  • Work collaboratively and communicate with the project manager to help manage clients’ expectations of deliverables
  • Produce high-quality designs, artworks, and layouts for a variety of digital and print assets.
  • Amend final designs to client’s comments and gain full approval
  • Assist team with photoshoots and client meetings
How to apply?

View the job post here and write to Geraldine via this link.

Editor’s note: These positions are selected based on the “remote” tag, but some are hybrid ones and you may need to report physically to the office. For more details, contact the employer directly.

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4 accommodations from $40/night in Phu Quoc, Vietnam, if you can free yourself for a weekend trip in March 2025

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Headed back to the office and feeling a little blue?

We understand how it feels…

And maybe a little travel planning can help ease those depressive vibes.

This ‘Travel Thursday’, the first for 2025, we’ve got some accommodations from Phu Quoc, Vietnam.

These Airbnbs are a gem if you can free yourself for a weekend trip in March 👏

Beachfront bungalow with a double bed for two

Beachfront bungalow with a double bed for two

Price: $40/night (for 2 persons)

Travel dates: 7 to 9 March 2025

First up, we have this beachfront bungalow beckoning with its garden views and (almost) direct access to the shores of Bà Kèo beach where you can start your morning with your toes in the sand.

Just steps from OCSEN Beach Bar & Club.

The bungalow’s double bed and self-contained living spaces—complete with AC, TV, fridge, and free wifi—ensure just the getaway you need.

Leave your cares in SG and lose yourselves in sun-soaked days and romantic evenings in Vietnam for two mere footsteps from the crashing waves.

It’s only $40/night!

Budget-friendly vacation rental for three beach-loving travelers

Budget-friendly vacation rental for three beach-loving travelers

Price: $41/night (for 3 persons)

Travel dates: 7 to 9 March 2025

Calling all beach bums on a budget!

This vacation rental on Phu Quoc Pearl Island was made for sun-seekers who want to soak up the island life without overspending.

Nestled in the heart of the action, it’s just steps from the sand, surf, and party central at OCSEN Beach Bar & Club and The Cheeky Traveler English Pub & Bar.

At “home”, two comfy beds (one double and one single) await after long days spent lounging on the beach.

Other must-haves like air conditioning, a smart TV, a fridge, and a wardrobe mean you will have all the conveniences of a hotel minus the markup.

Three’s a company at this affordable island crash pad.

Fully furnished apartment with an ocean view

Fully furnished apartment with an ocean view

Price: $41/night (for 2 persons)

Travel dates: 7 to 9 March 2025

Perched atop a hill in central Phu Quoc, this fully furnished apartment allows you to wake up to ocean views from the balcony of your retreat, located in the upscale Mi Amor complex (it’s part of Mi Amor Luxury Island Apartment).

After a short 3-minute stroll, you will find yourself among the sands of Phu Quoc’s beach.

This sanctuary is complete with a kitchenette, washer/dryer, and a blend of contemporary furnishings.

Take a 5-minute walk from the apartment and enjoy some seafood at Xin Chao Seafood Restaurant if you’d like.

Resort-style bungalow with a balcony overlooking the sea

Resort-style bungalow with a balcony overlooking the sea

Price: $55/night (for 2 persons)

Travel dates: 7 to 9 March 2025

Greet your mornings from your private balcony, sipping coffee as the gentle waves lap the golden sand just steps away.

After mornings spent strolling the shores of Bà Kèo Beach, laze on the breezy front porch, or head to the nearby Beach Bar to mingle over frosty cocktails.

When night falls, retreat to your double bed, where the rhythm of crashing waves creates just the right amount of white noise.

With a near-perfect 4.95 rating, this resort-style bungalow promises a beach escape you know you (and a +1) need.

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Booking of Fit and new notes for Lunar New Year starts from 7 Jan 2025

With Lunar New Year just around the corner, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is encouraging the public to choose Fit notes or e-hong baos as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional new notes. Pre-booking of Fit notes for DBS, OCBC, and UOB customers begins on 7 January 2025. To make Fit notes more accessible, DBS, OCBC, and UOB are expanding the number of pop-up and branch ATMs dispensing them across Singapore.

Customers of DBS, OCBC and UOB (except those aged 60 and above, or persons with disabilities) who wish to exchange Fit or new notes at the bank branches must make an online pre-booking through the banks’ official websites or mobile banking applications. Details for the pre-booking and exchange schedule are as follows:

Please visit your bank’s official website for more information. To safeguard against phishing scams, banks will not send SMS messages with clickable links.

In addition to Fit notes, consider sending e-hong baos to share blessings and greetings with family and friends. E-hong baos have gained popularity for their convenience and now offer enhanced personalization features for Lunar New Year well wishes.

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6 Habits to Drive Up Your Fortune This 2025

As we step into the Year of the Wood Snake, a time symbolizing adaptability, diversity, and lateral growth, many are seeking ways to channel these traits into personal improvement. With New Year’s Eve just behind us, the air is filled with aspirations and a touch of superstition.

From wearing lucky colors to gobbling up 12 grapes under a table at the stroke of midnight (yes, that’s a thing – just ask my friends flooding social media with it), everyone seems to have their own ritual to invite fortune into their lives. But here’s the catch: luck can only work its magic when paired with action.

So why not take a proactive approach this 2025 by adopting these six auspicious habits?

#1: SET A TIMELINE

Resolutions don’t have to start on January 1. If the timing doesn’t feel right, delay them until you’re ready. For instance, I have put my Thesis Writing on hold while I celebrate Christmastime with my family.

Stressful now? Begin in February, or whenever suits you best. The key is to align your goals with your energy and mindset, not an arbitrary date.

#2: QUIT COMPARING YOURSELF

Your journey is uniquely yours. While it’s tempting to measure your progress against others’ resolutions, resist the urge. Set goals that reflect your personal aspirations. Ignore what’s trending on social media or in social conversations.

#3: LEAN ON OTHERS FOR SUPPORT

Teamwork makes the dream work. Whether it’s joining a fitness group or a professional development community, surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals can boost your motivation and keep you accountable.

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And don’t forget clear boundaries are essential. If certain friends or environments trigger unhelpful habits, communicate your needs. True friends will uplift you rather than drag you down.

#4: PRIORITIZE FITNESS

Health is wealth, and there’s no better time to make 2025 your year of transformation. Use fitness tracking apps or smartwatches to monitor your progress, set achievable goals, and push past your limits. Every small step counts toward a healthier, happier you.

#5: BE KINDER TO YOURSELF

Slip-ups happen. Instead of berating yourself when things don’t go as planned, analyze the situation. What led to the setback? How can you handle it better next time? Celebrate even the smallest victories because progress is a journey. Personally, I like to reward myself with items from my wish list (e.g., lip gloss or perfume) whenever I achieve a certain goal. What items are on your wish list?

#6: PRACTICE GRATITUDE

Negativity can fuel bad habits, but gratitude can extinguish them. Replace self-doubt with affirmations like “I can” and “I will.” Write down three things you’re grateful for each day or place uplifting notes around your home. These reminders of your power and resilience will keep you grounded.

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The Year of the Wood Snake offers a perfect backdrop for growth and renewal. Embrace these habits, and watch your 2025 flourish!

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