Ref: MCPP · WSG / SWDA · reviewed 05 Jul 2026
Mid-Career Pathways Programme (Host Organisations)
Trial an experienced 40+ hire for four to six months while the government pays 70% of their attachment allowance. If they work out, you convert them to a permanent role; if not, you part ways with no severance baggage.
Allowance range S$1,800-S$3,800/month (government share up to ~S$2,660/month), for 4-6 months per trainee
Who qualifies
- ✓Host organisations registered or incorporated in Singapore (SMEs, MNCs, TACs, NGOs, non-profits)
- ✓Companies with genuine headcount to hire mature workers aged 40 and above
- ✓Must commit to converting satisfactory trainees into full-time permanent roles
- ✓Conversion salary must be same or higher than the attachment allowance
What it pays for
- 70% of the trainee's monthly attachment allowance for 4-6 months
- A structured way to assess mature mid-career switchers before committing
- Early-conversion support if you hire them after the 3-month minimum
- Access to WSG's pool of mid-career candidates
How to apply
Open and active (page updated 30 June 2026); attachments run 4-6 months
- 1Prepare a clear training description and development plan for the attachment role
- 2Sign up as a host organisation via the MCPP page on the SWDA/WSG site
- 3Select and onboard trainees for a 4-6 month attachment
- 4Convert satisfactory performers to permanent employment (committed upfront)
Advisor's note
The conversion commitment is real - WSG expects you to hire satisfactory trainees, so treat this as subsidised probation, not cheap temporary labour. Budget for the permanent salary from day one.
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Common questions
How much does the MCPP cover?
Government funds 70% of the monthly training allowance; you co-fund 30%, allowance range S$1,800-S$3,800/month (government share up to ~S$2,660/month), for 4-6 months per trainee. Trial an experienced 40+ hire for four to six months while the government pays 70% of their attachment allowance. If they work out, you convert them to a permanent role; if not, you part ways with no severance baggage.
Who is eligible for the MCPP?
Host organisations registered or incorporated in Singapore (SMEs, MNCs, TACs, NGOs, non-profits) Companies with genuine headcount to hire mature workers aged 40 and above Must commit to converting satisfactory trainees into full-time permanent roles Conversion salary must be same or higher than the attachment allowance
What does the MCPP pay for?
70% of the trainee's monthly attachment allowance for 4-6 months A structured way to assess mature mid-career switchers before committing Early-conversion support if you hire them after the 3-month minimum Access to WSG's pool of mid-career candidates
How do I apply for the MCPP?
1. Prepare a clear training description and development plan for the attachment role 2. Sign up as a host organisation via the MCPP page on the SWDA/WSG site 3. Select and onboard trainees for a 4-6 month attachment 4. Convert satisfactory performers to permanent employment (committed upfront)
How long does the MCPP take?
Open and active (page updated 30 June 2026); attachments run 4-6 months
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