Trade Strategy and Security Division (TSSD) - Comparative Analysis of the Economic Security Landscape
Ministry of Trade and Industry
MTI Internship: Comparative Analysis of the Economic Security Landscape
Internship
Closing on 05 Feb 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
1. Complete a research project on a specific topic (to be determined) on securing Singapore’s economic security amidst an evolving geo-strategic environment, that would support MTI-TIER efforts to deepen, diversify, and defend our international economic space.
2. Where relevant/where the opportunity arises, we may also invite the intern to support other relevant workstreams
What we are looking for
• Background in political science/international relations/history preferred
• Strong research skills with ability to identify, evaluate and synthesise information from diverse sources
• Good writing and communication skills to present complex findings clearly and concisely
• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity when project parameters shift
• Detail-oriented, balanced with good time management skills
About your application process
This job is closing on 05 Feb 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 Trade and Industry or the wider Public Service.
About Ministry of Trade and Industry
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