Singapore's Biotechnology Strategy, Industry Division
Biotechnology has become a new front in the US-China contestation, which has implications on Singapore’s economic interests. MTI Industry Division (Sector Policy & Planning) is developing Singapore’s overall biotechnology strategy, in collaboration with agencies including EDB, A*STAR, and NRF.

MTI Internship 2025: Singapore's Biotechnology Strategy
Ministry of Trade and Industry
InternshipClosed
What the role is
What you will be working on
As an intern with us, you will have the opportunity to conduct a deep dive into a key strategic sector for Singapore and work with partners across the Government to advance and safeguard our national interests.
What we are looking for
• Keen interest in current affairs, especially in relation to global economic and geopolitical developments.
• Resourceful in gathering data, insights and credible external perspectives
• Comfortable with translating insights into policy recommendations, with clear articulation of benefits and trade-offs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills
• Final year undergraduates preferred
About Ministry of Trade and Industry
The Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) seeks to transform Singapore into a leading global city of talent, enterprise and innovation. Our mission is to promote economic growth and create good jobs to enable Singaporeans to improve their lives. In MTI, you can expect an exciting, challenging and rewarding career!
About your application process
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Ministry of Trade and Industry or the wider Public Service.