Intern (Regional Economic Studies)

[What the role is]

[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.