Intern - Risk, Risk Policy and Planning (Spring 2026, Jan - Jun)

Job Summary

SGX Internship Programme

We are Asia’s leading and trusted securities and derivatives market infrastructure, operating equity, fixed income, currency and commodity markets to the highest regulatory standards. We also operate a multi-asset sustainability platform, SGX FIRST or Future in Reshaping Sustainability Together (sgx.com/first).  

We are committed to facilitating economic growth in a sustainable manner leveraging our roles as a key player in the ecosystem, a business, regulator and listed company. With climate action as a key priority, we aim to be a leading sustainable and transition financing and trading hub offering trusted, quality, end-to-end products and solutions.

As Asia’s most international, multi-asset exchange, we provide listing, trading, clearing, settlement, depository and data services, with about 40% of listed companies and over 80% of listed bonds originating outside of Singapore. We are the world's most liquid international market for the benchmark equity indices of China, India, Japan and ASEAN. In foreign exchange, we are Asia's leading marketplace and most comprehensive service provider for global FX over-the-counter and futures participants. Headquartered in AAA-rated Singapore, we are globally recognised for our risk management and clearing capabilities. 

Be a part of this fast-paced world where your contributions count. SGX offers you the unique experience of gaining insights into the Exchange business and the finance value chain. You will be immersed in the respective specialist functions – at SGX, we believe that our interns are involved in real-time work from Day 1. 

This internship programme is on a full-time basis. We invite you to realise your potential with us!

Note: Leave of Absence (LOA) may be required to take on the internship.

Risk Management Roles:

• Enterprise Risk
• Analytics, Models and Quantifications
• Risk Control and Policy
• Risk Validation
• Risk Policy and Planning

Risk Policy and Planning

Brief Overview:

The Risk Control & Policy function is responsible for monitoring and managing financial risks related to SGX’s core businesses in operating a global multi-asset exchange and clearing house for securities and derivatives markets. This role is critical in driving how the company takes and manages risks in today’s dynamic market environment, with a strong focus on policy-writing, advocacy, and quantitative analysis. 

Learning Objectives:

You will be involved in formulating clear, concise, and effective risk policies, ensuring they align with industry best practice and regulatory developments.

Job Description:

• Support the development and review of risk management policies and frameworks.
• Assist in research on financial market risks and regulatory developments.
• Collaborate with various Risk teams (including the Quantitative team) and key business units to specify and design quantitative models, in Python, that meet risk policy and business objectives.
• Contribute to documentation and coordination of cross-functional risk projects.
• Monitor market trends and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Knowledge and Skills requirements:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or related field.
• Understanding of global financial markets, risk management principles and frameworks, regulatory requirements and industry risk management best practices (e.g. Basel, CPMI-IOSCO PFMIs).
• Basic knowledge of Python and statistical analysis; familiarity with Excel or SQL is a plus.
• Strong communication, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Proactive, collaborative, and eager to learn.