SINGAPORE: A survey on the career choice of children
in Singapore revealed that nearly 10 per cent of them think that
being the President is the "coolest" job in the
world.
This was followed by being a pilot, a police officer
and a singer.
When asked on the first "three things they would do"
if they became the Prime Minister, responses ranged from helping to
save energy and water, rounding up sick animals and sending them to
a vet as well as creating scholarships for those in need.
Other humourous responses included building another theme park like
Universal Studios, banning cockroaches and even making it
compulsory to eat chips everyday!
The study by recruitment firm Adecco covered 120 children between
the ages of seven and 14.
It seeks to understand their career aspirations and thoughts about
work and life.
The study showed that being a teacher is the top career choice,
followed by becoming a doctor, pilot or flight attendant.
The youngsters who stated a desire to become a teacher, had monthly
salary expectations ranging from S$50 to S$10,000.
But about 80 per cent of respondents believe that it is more
important to "spend time with family" than making "lots of
money".
This is the sixth year that Adecco has carried out the
survey.
Lynne Ng, regional director of Adecco South East Asia, said: "With
every year
that this survey is conducted, I see the responses becoming more
adventurous and interesting, whilst still demonstrating the
importance of family and community.
"It's clear that children pick up on news and conversations around
them and often use this information to plan for their own future -
and in many cases a brighter future for others".
- CNA/cc
