Most of us
may make the sound “pff” when we here our batch mates or friends signing on.
Just like everything in life, although it comes with disadvantages, signing on
have certain advantages too. Below are some of the reasons why people would
want to sign on:
Serving 2 years of NS in Singapore is mandatory for every Singaporean male. The army offers contracts of 5 years, of which 2 years of mandatory NS included. Therefore one only need to serve another 3 years which is not that tough considering one has already served 2 years (comfortable with army life and daily routine army life in camp). The pay for regulars (people who sign on) is relatively high when compared with counterparts of the workforce outside. They might use this additional time to decide if they had made the right choice of staying in the army or moving on to the outside world after 5 years.
Many of us, by the time when we are about to get back our pink IC, still has not come out with a plan regarding our future (studying or working? Which career path? What to study?). People who are most likely to sign on do not know the answer to those questions. Therefore becoming an army regular gives them a source of income while they continue to ponder over those questions.
Studying is not for everyone. People who dislike studying will not further their studies after NS. Also, there is a high chance that they will not get a job after NS because of their certification. Therefore becoming a member of the army will be a logical thing to do (if one does not intend to start his own business) as it provides a career, job security and income. It also provides upgrading courses for regulars who are interested in getting a certificate eventually (higher NiTech/Diploma/Degree).
Unlike the outside world, the chance of getting laid off in the army is close to zero. Therefore, one is highly likely to stay in service for the rest of their lives.
People whose family are in need of money would sign on too. Its starting salary is high and provides a stable income.
Need I say more? They are still some people out there who want to serve and die for their country.
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| Before ink touches the contract, make sure your reasons are clear |
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Not
wanting to waste 2 years of their life
Serving 2 years of NS in Singapore is mandatory for every Singaporean male. The army offers contracts of 5 years, of which 2 years of mandatory NS included. Therefore one only need to serve another 3 years which is not that tough considering one has already served 2 years (comfortable with army life and daily routine army life in camp). The pay for regulars (people who sign on) is relatively high when compared with counterparts of the workforce outside. They might use this additional time to decide if they had made the right choice of staying in the army or moving on to the outside world after 5 years.
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Not
sure what to do after NS
Many of us, by the time when we are about to get back our pink IC, still has not come out with a plan regarding our future (studying or working? Which career path? What to study?). People who are most likely to sign on do not know the answer to those questions. Therefore becoming an army regular gives them a source of income while they continue to ponder over those questions.
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A
place for those who dislike studies
Studying is not for everyone. People who dislike studying will not further their studies after NS. Also, there is a high chance that they will not get a job after NS because of their certification. Therefore becoming a member of the army will be a logical thing to do (if one does not intend to start his own business) as it provides a career, job security and income. It also provides upgrading courses for regulars who are interested in getting a certificate eventually (higher NiTech/Diploma/Degree).
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Iron
rice bowl
Unlike the outside world, the chance of getting laid off in the army is close to zero. Therefore, one is highly likely to stay in service for the rest of their lives.
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Needs
for family
People whose family are in need of money would sign on too. Its starting salary is high and provides a stable income.
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Passion
Need I say more? They are still some people out there who want to serve and die for their country.
All information in this blog post is
based on things heard from others. Information might have changed since then. For
more precise information, please contact the Army recruitment centre.
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