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 2026.
MOF's Social Programmes 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. We will take into account your preferences in the final allocation, subject to our resourcing needs.
Applications close 31 Dec. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Ministry of Finance
[MOF Summer Internship] Intern, Social Programmes
Internship
Closing on 31 Dec 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
Project #1: Reviewing our social compact
Social spending has doubled in the last decade, with rising expenditure in healthcare and expansions in many social programmes. In view of changes in the global and domestic environment, you will be asked to review Singapore’s approaches in social policy (which could include education, health, social support, housing, retirement, and the labour market) and propose improvements.
This will include reviewing of the outcomes of our policies, examining whether our policies are still fit-for-purpose, and comparing against international examples/outcomes, as appropriate. The exact policy to be reviewed will be determined later.
What we are looking for
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and writing skills.
• Excellent people skills.
• Training in Economics will be an advantage.
About your application process
This job is closing on 31 Dec 2025.
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 Finance or the wider Public Service.
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.
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