The Statistical Best Practices (SBP) 2020 handbook published by the Singapore Department of Statistics (DOS) aims to provide the best practices on statistical processes to improve the quality of data produced across the whole-of-government (WOG) in Singapore, so as to instill trust and confidence in the data among the public and policy-makers. The Data Management Assessment Tool (DataMAT) is a self-assessment tool to enable agencies to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the various processes of their statistical activities against the best practices for compliance from the SBP handbook.
Department of Statistics
Statistical Best Practices, Well-being and Sustainability Intern
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What the role is
What you will be working on
The intern will be part of our team to assist in researching international guidelines and frameworks, developing national statistical standards to prepare the ground work for the next SBP Handbook review. The intern will also be tasked to conduct the DataMAT exercise which will require him/her to liaise with internal DOS officers from other divisions and external agencies.
Internationally, there is a growing emphasis on measuring the economic, environmental and social dimensions of well-being and sustainability. The intern may also be involved to assist in ad-hoc work relating to well-being and sustainability.
What we are looking for
Good research, communication and numerical skills
Proficient in MS-Excel
Experience building interactive dashboards and reports in Tableau would be helpful/preferred
Opened to Undergraduates and polytechnic students
Internship Duration : May-Jul 2026
About your application process
This job is closing on 04 Mar 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 Department of Statistics or the wider Public Service.
About Department of Statistics
The Singapore Department of Statistics is the National Statistical Authority responsible for statistics on the Singapore economy and population.
We collect, compile, analyse and disseminate a wide range of economic, business, household and population data, as well as analyse and monitor trends in the economy and population.
With these vital inputs, policymakers, business decision makers and our data users gain valuable insights into current and emerging economic and social trends, enabling them to make calculated and informed decisions in the formulation of policies and strategies for the future. Apart from public agencies and businesses, our users also include researchers, analysts, educators, students, the media and the general public.
Join our team and make a difference by contributing important statistical input to facilitate policy planning and decision-making and support Singapore's present and future economic and social development.
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