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Ministry of Finance

[MOF Summer Internship] Intern, Fiscal Policy

Ministry of Finance

Internship

Closing on 21 Feb 2025

What the role is

Applications for the Ministry of Finance (MOF) Summer Internship Programme are now open. As an MOF intern, you will gain valuable insights and contribute to projects that support national policy-making and shape the everyday lives of Singaporeans. Interns are required to commit at least 10 weeks between May to Aug 2025. MOF's Fiscal Policy Directorate is looking for undergraduates to undertake the following project(s). Note: You are welcome to apply for internships/projects with different MOF Directorates if the topics suit your interest and experience. If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to indicate your preferred project(s) prior to the selection interview. Applications close 21 Feb. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

What you will be working on

Project #1: Reducing social inequality and improving social mobility in Singapore • Research international best practices and analyse data on inequality and social mobility, recommend solutions for Singapore. • A successful candidate should ideally have strong numerical skills and a background in economics, policy and related disciplines. Project #2: Manpower transformation for public sector • Research international best practices on how other Governments have undertaken manpower transformation efforts (including financing levers) to keep their public service lean, and recommendation solutions for Singapore in view of our binding manpower constraints. • A successful candidate should ideally have strong numerical skills and a background in economics, policy and related disciplines. Project #3: Strengthening Singapore’s fiscal framework and budgeting practices • Research international best-practices and innovations in fiscal planning and budgeting practices; and recommend ideas to strengthen Singapore’s fiscal framework. • A successful candidate should ideally have strong numerical skills and a background in economics, policy and related disciplines.

What we are looking for

• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills. • Strong interpersonal, writing and communication skills. • Self-starter with the ability to work independently. • Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. • Integrity and strong sense of national interest.

About Ministry of Finance

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) is responsible for managing Singapore’s fiscal policies and the structure of its economy. We work to maintain international standards and best practices in areas such as company law, accounting standards, and corporate governance principles. We aim to advance the well-being and development of Singapore by: • achieving a balanced budget through prudent and sustainable fiscal policies; • ensuring the prudent investment of the government's reserves and other public funds; • setting out policies for government procurement, customs regulation, accounting standards and business regulation; • fostering a regulatory environment conducive to business and enterprise; and • ensuring that businesses operating within Singapore's jurisdiction are compatible with international standards and practices, in areas such as company law, accounting standards and corporate governance principles.