Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary employment legislation in Singapore. While interns are not typically considered employees, it provides important reference points for working hours, rest days, and leave arrangements as best practices.
Work Injury Compensation Act: Legislation governing workplace injury compensation and occupational diseases coverage. Applies to all employees including interns, ensuring basic protection for workplace accidents.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Legislation ensuring safety, health, and welfare of all persons at work. Provides framework for maintaining safe working conditions for interns.
MOM Guidelines for Internships: Ministry of Manpower's specific guidelines for internship arrangements, including requirements for allowances and CPF contributions where applicable.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Legislation governing the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Relevant for handling intern's personal information and obtaining necessary consents.
Fair Consideration Framework: Guidelines for fair hiring practices. While primarily for employment, its principles may be relevant to internship selection processes.
Industrial Relations Act: Legislation governing industrial relations between employers and employees. May be relevant if the workplace is unionized.
Prevention of Harassment Act: Legislation protecting against workplace harassment. Ensures interns are protected against harassment and provides legal recourse if needed.
