Private Sector Jobs Appeal To A Few
By Asri Razak

Bandar Seri Begawan - While government jobs remain attractive in the country, some students are beginning to find employment in the private sector appealing.

One of the ways by which some students seek jobs in private companies is by getting scholarships offered by the bigger employers in the sultanate.

Aural Majeedah Aji, 18, said students in the sultanate after completing their 'A' level examination look for scholarships to further their studies.

Big private companies like Shell offer scholarships to students who excel in their studies, thus allowing them to pursue higher education abroad, said Amal, who recently received 'A' level examination results.

Employers nowadays becoming more demanding of impressive qualifications, a degree from a prestigious university has be come more important, said Amal.

She added, government jobs are currently the most sought after by many students once completing their higher education.

Speaking to The Brunei Times, Norhashidah Abd Rahman 20, said students with high marks have the opportunity and potential to be offered a scholarship to study abroad.

She said she hoped more companies in the private sector would also put a premium on work experience and not just focus on qualifications, such as a degree from reputable universities. It would also be ideal if more employers are interested in providing training opportunities for their employees, the student added.

A teacher from a prominent school said many Bruneians seek government jobs as it is more secure and offer stability. -- Courtesy of The Brunei Times

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