We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Grants Planning intern to support Tote Board’s Grants Planning Team in conducting comprehensive landscape scans to inform grantmaking-related policy reviews. Besides contributing to policy research and analysis, the intern may have the opportunity to participate in the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool/programme to process and interpret data (e.g., identify trends or patterns across multiple datasets).
Intern (Planning)
Tote Board
InternshipClosed
What the role is
What you will be working on
The intern will be focusing on the following key initiatives:
1. Landscape scans of grantmaking
Identify key stakeholders in Singapore’s grantmaking space and conduct extensive landscape scans of current grantmaking practices (e.g. funding principles/criteria and across various sectors and agencies
Research emerging trends and innovative approaches in grantmaking
Consolidate and synthesise data points into a comprehensive database that would be used to generate insights on governance frameworks, emerging trends, and best practices in grantmaking
2. Enhancing Grantmaking through AI tool/programme
Work with the team to develop AI tool/programme to support grantmaking work – for example, assist in translating research findings into formats suitable for AI system integration, and build a knowledge base to support AI learning and decision-making in the grantmaking context
Participate in testing and refining the AI bot's responses and capabilities
3. Ad-hoc Administrative Duties
Maintain good records management/knowledge management practices by updating and maintaining repository of project documents
Support Supervisor/Mentor in any other tasks/projects assigned
What we are looking for
Requirements:
We are looking for a candidate with the following requirements:
Currently pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as Business, Social Science, Public Policy/Administration, Computing, Computer Science or a related discipline
Possesses strong research, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to perform quantitative and qualitative analysis and basic proficiency on with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools (e.g. Machine Learning and AI bot development)
Demonstrates familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, data analysis tools and techniques
Learning Outcome:
Upon completion of this internship, the intern will be able to:
Develop in-depth understanding of grantmaking processes and practices
Deepen his/her research and analytical skills, particularly in landscape analysis and evaluation
Gain hands-on experience and skills in compiling structured/non-structured data sets for AI training
The internship programme spans 12 to 16 weeks and can take place at any time until 31 March 2026. Please indicate your available start and end dates in your CV.
This opportunity is open exclusively to students and offers an enriching experience to contribute to building a caring and resilient Singapore.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About Tote Board
Established in 1988, Tote Board (Singapore Totalisator Board) is a statutory board of the Ministry of Finance. As a broad-based grantmaking organisation, Tote Board works closely with stakeholders and partners, to support broad and diverse worthy projects in the sectors of Arts, Community Development, Education, Health, Social Service and Sports. Through these projects, Tote Board helps to uplift the community by giving hope to vulnerable groups and improving the lives of all in Singapore.
Tote Board’s source of grants is derived from operating surplus of the Tote Board Group, which comprises Tote Board and its wholly-owned subsidiary Singapore Pools (Private) Limited and Singapore Turf Club, a proprietary club owned by Tote Board. Tote Board also ensures that Singapore Pools (Private) Limited and the Singapore Turf Club conduct their gaming and racing businesses in a socially responsible manner, to provide legal, safe and trusted gaming as a means to counter illegal gambling.
Tote Board’s goal is to help build a flourishing society in Singapore. We want to inspire positive change and contribute towards building an inclusive, resilient and vibrant community, while fostering a caring and compassionate nation.