ISEAS -Yusof Ishak Institute

Intern (Regional Economic Studies)

Internship

Closing on 04 Mar 2026

What the role is

The ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute is a leading research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic environment.

Applications are invited for the following position:

Intern, Regional Economic Studies (RES) Programme

What you will be working on

The RES programme focuses on a range of economic issues in Southeast Asia. Emphasis is on timely, policy-related research that is relevant to decision-makers as well as researchers. Key research areas are: macroeconomic developments in Southeast Asia; international trade and finance; geoeconomics; country-level studies on themes relating to socio-economic development; sub-national economic dynamics; ASEAN regionalism and its linkages with Asian neighbours. The programme publishes the tri-annual Journal of Southeast Asian Economies (JSEAE) and also hosts the Singapore APEC Study Centre, which analyses developments in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) process.

Under this internship, you will be expected to undertake the following tasks:

Assist in data collection, compilation and analysis
Assist in writing notes for RES meetings and seminars
Assist in editorial work

What we are looking for

Requirements

The intern is not required to have prior research experience. However, they will be expected to possess good writing and presentation skills.

Internship Period: May 2026 – Aug 2026

Application

All applicants must submit the following materials: (1) cover letter indicating your availability period (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a copy of latest academic transcript.

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 ISEAS -Yusof Ishak Institute or the wider Public Service.

About ISEAS -Yusof Ishak Institute

The ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute is a regional research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic environment.

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