Project: Well-being and Sustainability
Internationally, there is a growing emphasis on measuring the economic, environmental and social dimensions of well-being and sustainability. This includes the monitoring of Singapore's progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which comprise 17 SDGs with 169 targets and 251 indicators used to measure progress towards reaching the targets.
Given this, the Department of Statistics is developing and maintaining a database of indicators to track this area. The intern will be part of our team to assist in enhancing the well-being and sustainability dashboard/database, including liaising with data source agencies to track and consolidate data as well as keeping abreast of both international and national developments in this field.
The intern may also be involved to assist in other ad-hoc work in the division.
Department of Statistics
Policy Planning Intern (Part-Time)
Internship
Closing on 29 May 2026What the role is
What we are looking for
- Knowledge or experience in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Accountancy, Actuarial Science or subjects with substantial quantitative content
- Good research, communication and numerical skills
- Proficient in MS-Excel
- Experience building and maintaining interactive dashboards and reports in Tableau
- Basic knowledge in Python (preferred)
Required Duration: Aug-Dec 2026
Part Time only; 3 days a week; Tue & Wed compulsory
About your application process
This job is closing on 29 May 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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