Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Singapore's primary data protection legislation that governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. When writing a cover letter, ensure compliance with personal information handling, consent requirements, and data protection principles.
Employment Act: Singapore's main employment law that provides the basic terms and working conditions for employees. Reference this when discussing internship experience to ensure accurate representation of employment terms and job responsibilities.
Fair Employment Practices: Guidelines established by Singapore's Tripartite Alliance for Fair Employment Practices (TAFEP) that promote non-discriminatory and equal opportunity principles in employment-related communications.
Misrepresentation Act: Legal framework that addresses false or misleading statements. Ensures that all claims and statements made in the cover letter about experience and achievements are truthful and accurate.
Professional Ethics Guidelines: Best practices for maintaining professional integrity, including honest description of experiences, maintaining confidentiality of company information, and appropriate professional communication standards.
