Asia Economics & FX Research Intern

Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft; Singapore; On-site; SGD 13,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Intern at Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft supports the Asia Economics and FX Research team by monitoring macroeconomic and financial market developments across Asia, and by analyzing their implications for growth, inflation and policy decisions.

The role provides practical exposure to economic research, data management and the preparation of written and presentation materials, while collaborating with the Asia and Frankfurt teams and other business units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Econometrics, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Policy, International Relations or a related discipline.
• Graduates with academic training in macroeconomics, international economics, monetary economics, financial markets, econometrics, quantitative methods, or statistical analysis will be viewed favourably.
• Strong interest in Asian economies, foreign exchange markets, economic policy, international trade, and global financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of market updates and research publications, including economic commentary, presentation materials, charts and briefing notes for internal stakeholders, senior management and clients.
• Monitor and analyse economic, geopolitical and financial market developments across Asia, assessing their potential implications for economic growth, monetary policy, foreign exchange markets, supply chain and investment sentiment.
• Maintain and analyse economic and financial databases, ensuring data accuracy, timely updates and effective use of information to support research projects and market analysis.
• Conduct research on key themes affecting Asian economies and financial markets, including macroeconomic trends, monetary policy, trade developments, geopolitical events and foreign exchange market dynamics.
• Respond to research requests from internal business units and clients, gathering relevant information and supporting the delivery of timely and accurate insights.
• Collaborate with research, sales and trading teams across Asia and Frankfurt, contributing to discussions, sharing market observations and supporting the team's research objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

English proficiency

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Econometrics, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Policy, International Relations or related discipline

Tools

CEIC

Microsoft Excel

AI tools

Job description

The Research Intern at Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft supports the Asia Economics and FX Research team by monitoring macroeconomic and financial market developments across Asia, and by analyzing their implications for growth, inflation and policy decisions.

The role provides practical exposure to economic research, data management and the preparation of written and presentation materials, while collaborating with the Asia and Frankfurt teams and other business units.