For Immediate Release
ANTICA FOUNDATION PARTNERS CREST SECONDARY TO NURTURE TOMORROW’S DIGITAL WORKFORCE
An intern at Ready Digital (RDI) learning to conduct as assessment and installation
of a home-based fall detection sensor.
SINGAPORE – 17 September 2025 – Antica Foundation has partnered Crest Secondary School to provide internship opportunities to students. This internship programme aims to equip youth with hands-on, industry-relevant experiences that prepare them for meaningful careers in Singapore’s digital economy.
Antica’s Commitment to Future Generations
Antica Foundation plays a pivotal role in enabling and sponsoring these internships. By working closely with industry partners to secure placement opportunities and providing interns with monthly stipends, Antica Foundation ensures that youth are supported as they take their first steps into the workplace. While Antica Foundation traditionally focused its social impact programmes on seniors and ex-offenders, it is now expanding its reach to include youth as a key beneficiary group.
“At Antica Foundation, we believe education must go beyond the classroom. By enabling these internships, we want to give these youth the confidence, skills, and opportunities to shape their own future in Singapore’s growing digital economy,” said Dixon Lim, Executive Director of Antica Foundation.
Crest Secondary as a Key Partner
Crest Secondary School’s practice-based curriculum makes it an ideal partner for Antica Foundation’s youth initiatives. “With Antica Foundation’s support and the generosity of our industry partners, our youth are able to step into real workplaces, gain digital skills, and see for themselves what their future pathways can be,” said Mr. Benjamin Kwok, Principal of Crest Secondary School.
Antica Foundation staff and Crest Secondary School leaders.
Industry Partners Making a Difference
This year, 15 youth benefitted from internships across four companies that generously opened their doors, allowing them to gain exposure to real workplace environments — from digital retail platforms to smart home solutions — cultivating both technical proficiency and professional confidence.
One of the partner companies was Ready Digital (RDI) Pte Ltd, a local Smart Internet-of-Things (IoT) company specialising in residential monitoring and notification solutions for seniors living independently. “At RDI, we see this as more than an internship. It’s about giving these youth the opportunity to experience first-hand how digital data is shaping the world,” said Gladwyn Teo, Chief Operating Officer at RDI. “We are inspired by their eagerness to learn and believe that, with support from Antica Foundation and Crest Secondary, these youth will one day be valuable contributors to Singapore’s digital economy.” Other partner companies included Tuya Inc., Onsmart Living Pte Ltd, and Smart Living Gallery Pte Ltd.
Interns at RDI preparing equipment for installation (left) and enacting as a senior who has fallen to validate fall detection sensors after installation (right).
One intern, Sam (not his real name) shared: “This internship has taught me things I could never learn from books or online. I’m grateful to Antica Foundation, my teachers, and my mentor at RDI for believing in me and giving me the chance to learn and grow.”
An intern at Onsmart Living inspecting a smart device.
At Onsmart Living, the value of fresh perspectives stood out. “When we first met the interns, what struck us was their curiosity and willingness to learn. At Onsmart Living, we believe innovation starts with new perspectives, and the interns bring that energy into our workplace,” said Cavan Loo, General Manager of Onsmart Living. “This partnership, enabled by Antica Foundation, is not only about teaching skills but also about building confidence and nurturing a growth mindset.” Derrick Loo, Head of Business Growth at Smart Living Gallery also shared, “I was impressed by the students’ creativity, adaptability, and eagerness to learn. Their fresh ideas brought real value to our projects, and I believe the experience has prepared them well for their future careers.”
Extending Impact to the Community
The collaboration also extended beyond industry. These interns volunteered at Antica Foundation’s inaugural National Day and SG60 celebrations at Lucky Haven Senior Activity Centre on 8 August 2025, interacting with seniors and assisting with festivities.
In return, Crest Secondary welcomed Antica’s senior beneficiaries to its campus, where current students from its Culinary and Restaurant Operations course prepared and served meals at their student-run Crest Bistro — bringing learning, service, and community together.
Service and Learning in Action: Crest students taking orders and serving seniors from the Lucky Haven Senior Activity Centre at the student-run Crest Bistro, as part of its Culinary and Restaurant Operations course.
A Shared Vision for the Future
This collaboration between Crest Secondary School, Antica Foundation, and their network of partners are demonstrating how education, industry, and community can come together to transform futures. By investing in digital skills today, they are nurturing tomorrow’s workforce by equipping them with competencies, compassion, and a spirit of service.
Culinary and Restaurant Operations students, Crest Secondary School leaders,
Antica Foundation staff, and seniors from the Lucky Haven Senior Activity Centre
at Crest Secondary School.
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About Antica Foundation
Antica Foundation Limited is a Singapore-based social impact organisation dedicated to fostering sustainable community development through innovative programmes and partnerships. Established in December 2024 with the aim of enhancing the well-being of underserved communities, the foundation focuses on empowering seniors through technology, health and wellness initiatives, supporting ex-offenders in their reintegration journey, and supporting youths in their formative years. For more information, partnership opportunities, or to support Antica Foundation’s initiatives, please visit https://antica.sg/ or contact philanthropy@antica.sg.
About Crest Secondary School
Crest Secondary School is a specialised institution enrolling students in the G1 stream. Crest operates similar to an independent school and offers a unique Secondary 1–4 curriculum that integrates both academic learning and vocational training. With its practice-oriented approach, Crest emphasises on skills development and prepares students for post-secondary training at the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) and eventual employment in skills-based industries.
For more information or media enquiries, please contact:
Leonard Ang, Head of Communications
M: (65) 9765 4740
Goh Qiu Yan, Head of Operations & Transformation
M: (65) 9185 6396