Career Talks
The Career Talks brought together professionals from 10 diverse industries to share insights on career pathways, workplace experiences and the future of work.
The JPJC Career Talks 2026, organised by the JPJC ECG Committee, brought energy, inspiration and meaningful conversations to the JP Fam across two exciting afternoons on 29 April and 6 May 2026. Featuring professionals from 10 different organisations and industries, the event exposed students to a diverse range of career pathways through engaging fireside chat sessions held across all four lecture theatres.
Students had the opportunity to hear from industry professionals including Mr Daniel Lai, Software Engineer from GXS Bank; Mr Ang Khim Wee, Lead of Business Development from Lim Kee Food Manufacturing; Mr Rick Teng, Head of Office of Compliance from Singapore Health Services; Ms Chen Ye, Senior Sales Executive from Olympus APAC; Mr Leo Kum Yuen, General Manager from Mitsubishi Chemical Methacrylates Singapore; Dr Ng Aik Seng, Scientist in Precision Medicine from A*STAR Genome Institute of Singapore; Dr Geraldine Tan, Director and Principal Clinical and Counselling Psychologist from The Therapy Room; Ms Ng Shan Yi, Family Coach from the Ministry of Social and Family Development; occupational therapists Ms Priyadarshini and Ms Emily Chan from Alexandra Hospital; as well as representatives from Sembcorp Solar Farm, Mr Mohammad Ghafar Bin Mohd Yusof) and Asian Detours.
The sessions went beyond simply introducing careers. Students engaged professionals in honest conversations about their personal journeys, challenges in the workplace, misconceptions surrounding various industries, and the impact of technology and AI on the future of work. The audience was highly participative, with lively exchanges and thoughtful questions throughout all four lecture theatres.
Adding to the vibrancy of the event were JPJC’s very own student emcees and moderators, who confidently helmed the discussions with poise, warmth and professionalism. Their ability to engage both speakers and audience members elevated the experience tremendously, and they certainly did not disappoint. The JPJC Career Talks 2026 was truly an enriching and dynamic platform that empowered students to explore possibilities, discover their interests, and gain valuable insights into the ever-evolving world of work.
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