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Internship: Global Commercial Banking Division, EMB International, Programme Management and Robotics, EMB Programme Management [Dec 2026 - May 2027]

CompanyOCBC
LocationSingapore
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 21, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the Emerging Business International team with market research, customer analysis, and product development initiatives across the region. Responsibilities also include data reporting, process automation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive SME banking solutions.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
18495
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
OCBC is the longest established Singapore bank, formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks, the oldest of which was founded in 1912. It is now the second largest financial services group in Southeast Asia by assets and one of the world’s most highly-rated banks, with an Aa1 rating from Moody’s. Recognised for its financial strength and stability, OCBC is consistently ranked among the World’s Top 50 Safest Banks by Global Finance and has been named Best Managed Bank in Singapore by The Asian Banker. OCBC and its subsidiaries offer a broad array of commercial banking, specialist financial and wealth management services, ranging from consumer, corporate, investment, private and transaction banking to treasury, insurance, asset management and stockbroking services. OCBC’s key markets are Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Greater China. It has more than 570 branches and representative offices in 19 countries and regions. These include about 300 branches and offices in Indonesia under subsidiary Bank OCBC NISP, and over 90 branches and offices in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR under OCBC Wing Hang. OCBC’s private banking services are provided by its wholly-owned subsidiary Bank of Singapore, which operates on a unique open-architecture product platform to source for the best-in-class products to meet its clients’ goals. OCBC's insurance subsidiary, Great Eastern Holdings, is the oldest and most established life insurance group in Singapore and Malaysia. Its asset management subsidiary, Lion Global Investors, is one of the largest private sector asset management companies in Southeast Asia.
About the Role

WHO WE ARE:

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

 Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

 We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Why Join

Be part of a team that shapes banking solutions for businesses across the region. As a Programme Management Intern within the Emerging Business International team, you'll gain exposure to both cash management and business lending products while supporting strategic initiatives across Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Indonesia. You'll have the opportunity to develop your analytical, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills while contributing to product innovation, customer acquisition, and business growth.


How You Succeed

To excel in this role, you'll need to be curious, analytical, and customer-focused. You'll work closely with product managers and cross-functional stakeholders to understand the needs of SMEs, identify market opportunities, and support product and campaign launches. Your ability to analyse data, derive insights, and collaborate effectively across teams will be key to driving meaningful outcomes and enhancing customer experiences.


What You Do

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Market Research & Analysis: support regional market scans across Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Indonesia to understand competitive product offerings, customer needs, and emerging opportunities within the SME banking landscape
  • Customer Insights: conduct customer and market analysis to identify target segments, uncover growth opportunities, and refine banking propositions across payments, collections, foreign exchange, and cash management solutions
  • Product Development: support the enhancement of cash management products, including account solutions, trade and foreign exchange offerings, and business debit card propositions
  • Campaign Management: collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Legal, Compliance, Credit, and other stakeholders to support the development and execution of product launches, campaigns, and customer acquisition initiatives
  • Data Analytics & Reporting: analyse portfolio and business data to generate insights, prepare management reports, and develop visualisations that support strategic decision-making
  • Process Improvement & Automation: support initiatives to automate reporting processes, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer onboarding experiences
  • System Enhancement Support: work with Technology and business stakeholders to track system issues, support remediation activities, and contribute to ongoing enhancement initiatives
  • Portfolio Monitoring: support the monitoring of portfolio performance, revenue drivers, and business metrics to identify trends and opportunities for growth
  • Ad-hoc Projects: provide support on programme management, product management, and strategic projects as assigned

Who You Work With

Global Commercial Banking partners businesses at every stage of growth, helping them achieve their ambitions through innovative banking solutions and strategic support. Within the Emerging Business International team, you'll work alongside product managers, sales teams, marketing specialists, credit professionals, legal and compliance partners, and technology teams. Together, you'll help shape solutions that enable SMEs across the region to buy, sell, operate, and grow with confidence.

Who You Are

  • Open to learning and feedback
  • Curious about the SME banking landscape and business growth strategies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Comfortable working with data and deriving insights to support decision-making
  • Organised and able to manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
  • Basic knowledge of data analytics and visualisation tools would be advantageous
  • Interested in product management, banking, and customer experience
  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree

Learning Objectives

This internship will provide you with:

  • Exposure to product management and programme management within a regional banking environment
  • Understanding of SME banking products, including cash management and unsecured business lending solutions
  • Hands-on experience conducting market research, customer analysis, and business opportunity assessments
  • Opportunities to develop data analytics, reporting, and presentation skills
  • Experience working on product development, campaign management, and go-to-market initiatives
  • Exposure to process improvement, automation, and system enhancement projects
  • Opportunities to collaborate with diverse stakeholders across business, technology, risk, legal, compliance, and marketing functions
  • Insights into how banks identify customer needs, develop solutions, and drive growth across multiple markets in the region

What we offer:


Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

Key Skills
Market researchData analysisProject managementStakeholder engagementProduct managementReportingMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointData visualizationCustomer insightsProcess improvementAutomationBusiness analysisCommunication skillsProblem-solving
Categories
Finance & AccountingManagement & LeadershipData & AnalyticsConsulting
Benefits
Competitive base salaryHolistic flexible benefitsCommunity initiativesProfessional development opportunities