This role offers a unique opportunity to experience how MND transforms Singapore’s Built Environment with our stakeholders, through efforts such as:
• Implementation of the Enhancement for Active Seniors (Private Housing) (“EASE (Private)”) scheme to improve the mobility and safety of seniors staying in private properties;
• Planning for the Estate Upgrading Programme (EUP) to improve the liveability of private estates;
• Developing strategic industry development measures to uplift our built environment sector firms’ productivity and capabilities, to overcome resource constraints and deliver on our national development plans.
You will be guided to support the work of two teams in the Infrastructure Division and be exposed to a spectrum of Public Service work functions, including but not limited to: (a) policy research and analysis, (b) intervention design and programme planning, (c) implementation tracking and analysis, (d) public / stakeholder communication and engagement, as well as (e) inter-agency collaboration.
Ministry of National Development
Transforming Singapore’s Built Environment – developing industry enablers and im
Internship
Closing on 31 Dec 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
Depending on the interest and aptitude of the intern, as well as the needs of the Division, the intern could work on some of the following:
• Geospatial Analysis & Planning: Conduct geospatial analysis and coordinate cross-agency data collection to support the Estate Upgrading Programme (EUP) Silver Estates initiative. Collaborate with agencies including URA to obtain boundary data, perform spatial mapping and analysis, and develop comprehensive datasets that inform the identification and prioritisation of estates for senior-focused upgrading works.
• Programme Planning: Coordinate with multiple government agencies including URA, BCA, NParks, and LTA on various aspects of estate upgrading such as infrastructure improvements, park enhancements, accessibility upgrades and community facility development.
• Implementation Tracking & Programme Design: Triaging, consolidating and analysing feedback received, collating programme KPIs and suggesting enhancements to the EASE(Private) programme implementation.
• Public / Stakeholder Communications: Assisting with EASE(Private) outreach and communication efforts.
• Technology Scanning & Planning: Work with various agencies and stakeholders to identify possible construction technologies that can uplift productivity, analyse barriers to adoption and propose policy interventions to overcome them.
• Manpower Planning & Project Prioritisation: Develop Whole-of-Government workflows and dashboards to prioritise, plan and monitor construction manpower demand to ensure that the industry is well supported to deliver on our national development projects productively.
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate should be curious, possess a keen interest in public policy and the Public Service, and have problem-solving, research and communication skills.
You should be a team player who can collaborate effectively across different agencies and stakeholders, demonstrate initiative in identifying issues and proposing solutions, and have an interest in improving the Built Environment for Singaporeans.
Proficiency in economics, data analysis (e.g. Excel) and/or geospatial tools (such as GIS software) would be advantageous.
About your application process
This job is closing on 31 Dec 2026.
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 National Development or the wider Public Service.
About Ministry of National Development
The Ministry of National Development (MND), the lead government agency responsible for land use planning and infrastructure development, aims to transform Singapore into an endearing home and a distinctive global city. At MND, we aspire to create a quality, vibrant and sustainable living environment for our people. We also strive to shape Singapore into a world-class city of knowledge, culture and excellence – one which keeps pace with global challenges and the rising aspirations of Singaporeans.
Our Vision:
An Endearing Home, A Distinctive Global City
MND's vision reflects our growing emphasis not just on physical infrastructure, but also on the softer aspects of creating emotional attachment in our people, the global talents and corporations whom we attract here. At the same time, it articulates MND's goal of building upon Singapore’s unique distinguishing characteristics to develop Singapore as a global city of knowledge, culture and excellence.
Our Mission:
Develop World-Class Infrastructure
MND will provide quality physical infrastructure for the nation by working with our partners in the public and private sectors.
Create a Vibrant, Resilient and Sustainable Living Environment
MND will strive to make Singapore a livelier and more exciting city, and ensure our nation is well-prepared to face the growing uncertainties and complexities. MND will also maintain the quality and resilience of our built and natural environment to ensure high standards of living, and carry out development that meets the needs of the present without compromising that of future generations.
Provide Affordable and Accessible Public Housing
MND will commit to support Singaporeans' homeownership aspirations and ensure public housing remains affordable and accessible.
Build Rooted and Cohesive Communities
MND will strive to foster our citizens' attachment and love for our homeland and maintain social cohesiveness in our communities, even as Singapore continues to be an open and globalised society.
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