Internship: Global Markets, Global Markets Macro Research [Jan - Jun 2027]
OCBC
Singapore, SingaporeInternship16 Oct 2026
About this internship
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
Join a team that helps clients and stakeholders stay ahead of global market developments through timely economic insights and research. As a Macro Research Intern, you'll gain firsthand exposure to how macroeconomic analysis shapes investment decisions, market strategies, and business outlooks across Global Markets. You'll have the opportunity to develop your research, analytical, and communication skills while working alongside experienced economists and strategists who monitor global events and financial markets.
How You Succeed
To excel in this role, you'll need to be intellectually curious, analytical, and passionate about global economics and financial markets. You'll work closely with the Macro Research team to monitor market developments, analyse economic trends, and support the production of research and market insights. Your ability to interpret data, think critically, and communicate findings clearly will help contribute to informed decision-making across the organisation.
What You Do
Your responsibilities will include:
Economic & Market Research: support the Macro Research team in monitoring global economic developments, geopolitical events, and financial market trends
Data Mining & Analysis: gather, organise, and analyse economic, market, and industry data to support research publications and investment views
Economic Indicators Monitoring: track key economic indicators, policy developments, and market movements across major economies and assess their impact on financial markets
Financial Modelling & Visualisation: create and maintain charts, models, dashboards, and visual materials that support research findings and market analysis
Research Publications: assist in the preparation of market commentaries, research reports, presentations, and other thought leadership materials for internal and external stakeholders
Market Intelligence: consolidate information from news sources, financial databases, and research platforms to support the team's market views and recommendations
Stakeholder Collaboration: work closely with traders, sales professionals, asset managers, and other stakeholders to support information sharing and research initiatives
Financial Platforms & Databases: utilise platforms such as Bloomberg, Eikon, CEIC, and other market intelligence tools to gather data and conduct analysis
Ad-hoc Projects: provide support on thematic research projects, special reports, and other assignments as required
Who You Work With
The Macro Research team sits within Global Markets and provides economic and market insights that support clients, traders, sales teams, and senior management in navigating an ever-changing global environment. You'll work alongside experienced economists and strategists who analyse macroeconomic developments, monetary policy trends, and market movements across regions and asset classes. Through this role, you'll gain valuable exposure to how research and market intelligence inform investment and business decisions within a leading financial institution.This is the broad job description of the job profile. Definitive job description should be reviewed and discussed between you and your manager.
Who You Are
Open to learning and feedback
Strong interest in financial markets, macroeconomics, and global affairs
Curious, analytical, and detail-oriented
Strong research and critical-thinking skills
Ability to interpret data and draw meaningful insights from information
Good written, verbal, and presentation skills
Comfortable working with data, charts, and analytical tools
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Familiarity with programming languages, data analytics, or automation tools would be advantageous
Able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
Currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree
Learning Objectives
This Internship Will Provide You With
Exposure to macroeconomic research and global financial market analysis within a leading financial institution
Hands-on experience analysing economic indicators, market developments, and geopolitical events
Opportunities to develop research, data analysis, and financial modelling skills
Experience using professional market intelligence platforms such as Bloomberg, Eikon, and CEIC
Exposure to the preparation of market commentaries, research reports, and presentations
Opportunities to strengthen analytical thinking and develop informed market views on economies, sectors, and asset classes
Exposure to interactions with traders, sales professionals, asset managers, and other market participants
Opportunities to improve communication, presentation, and data visualisation skills
A deeper understanding of how macroeconomic research supports investment decisions, market strategy, and client advisory activities within a leading financial institution
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.