Internship: Global Markets, Equities - Institutional Dealing [Jan 2027 to Jun 2027]
OCBC Bank
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Job summary
OCBC Group is seeking an Institutional Dealing Intern in Singapore to gain Hands-on exposure to equities trading, market data analysis, and trading technology enhancements within a Global Markets context.
You will work with experienced traders and analysts to monitor activity, prepare insights, and contribute to automation and reporting initiatives while developing your analytical, technical, and business skills in a dynamic environment.
Qualifications
- Open to learning and feedback throughout the internship.
- Strong interest in financial markets, investing and trading.
- Curious about how technology supports trading and market operations.
- Analytical with strong problem-solving capabilities.
- Proficient communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proactive and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
Responsibilities
- Market Monitoring: support the Institutional Dealing team in monitoring market activity.
- Data Analysis: analyze trading and business data to generate insights.
- Management Reporting: assist in preparing reports and dashboards.
- Trading Technology Support: participate in testing and validation.
- Process Automation: identify opportunities to streamline workflows.
- Electronic Trading Projects: assist in projects enhancing electronic trading platforms.
- Business & Operational Support: support day-to-day trading activities.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: work with trading, tech, operations and business teams.
- Ad-hoc Projects: assist strategic initiatives and process improvements.
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Job description
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.
As the longest established Singapore bank, formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks, we have grown from strength to strength to become a regional financial services group. With a deep history in Asia, we offer the most comprehensive coverage across ASEAN and Greater China, complemented with a presence in the leading economies of New York, London and Sydney. We are the second largest financial services group in Southeast Asia by assets with one of the world’s highest credit rating (Aa1 by Moody’s and AA- by both Fitch and S&P). We offer private banking services through our 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. Our insurance subsidiary, Great Eastern Holdings, is the oldest and most established life insurance group in Singapore and Malaysia.
Join a team at the heart of institutional equities trading and gain valuable exposure to financial markets, trading technology, and data-driven decision‑making. As an Institutional Dealing Intern, you'll work alongside experienced market professionals to support trading operations, analyse market activity, and contribute to technology and process enhancement initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to develop your analytical, technical, and business skills while gaining firsthand experience in a dynamic Global Markets environment.
To excel in this role, you'll need to be curious, analytical, and passionate about financial markets and technology. You'll work closely with traders and business stakeholders to monitor market developments, analyse trading data, and support initiatives that enhance trading platforms and operational efficiency. Your ability to interpret information, identify opportunities for improvement, and collaborate effectively with others will help drive meaningful outcomes for the team.
- Market Monitoring: support the Institutional Dealing team in monitoring market activity, trading trends, and developments across equity markets
- Data Analysis: analyse trading and business data to generate insights that support decision‑making and business performance monitoring
- Management Reporting: assist in preparing reports, dashboards, and management information to track business metrics and trading activities
- Trading Technology Support: participate in trading system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and validation exercises to support platform enhancements and new initiatives
- Process Automation: identify opportunities to streamline workflows and support automation initiatives that improve operational efficiency and scalability
- Electronic Trading Projects: assist in projects aimed at enhancing electronic trading platforms, digital capabilities, and client trading experiences
- Business & Operational Support: support day‑to‑day activities that contribute to the smooth functioning of the Institutional Dealing business
- Stakeholder Collaboration: work with trading, technology, operations, and business teams to support project delivery and business objectives
- Ad‑hoc Projects: provide support on strategic initiatives, process improvements, and special assignments as required
The Institutional Dealing team partners institutional clients and market participants to facilitate equities trading and market access across global exchanges. You'll work alongside experienced traders and business professionals while collaborating with technology, operations, and support teams. Through this role, you'll gain valuable insights into equities trading, market structure, trading technology, and the broader Global Markets business.
- Open to learning and feedback
- Strong interest in financial markets, investing, and trading
- Curious about how technology supports trading and market operations
- Analytical with strong problem‑solving capabilities
- Comfortable working with data and deriving actionable insightsGood communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proactive and eager to learn in a fast‑paced environment
- Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree
- Exposure to institutional equities trading within a leading financial institution
- Hands‑on experience analysing market and trading data to support business decisions
- Opportunities to develop reporting, data analytics, and business intelligence capabilities
- Exposure to trading technology, electronic trading platforms, and system enhancement initiatives
- Experience supporting testing and implementation activities for business and technology projects
- Opportunities to learn about market structure, trading operations, and institutional client business flows
- Exposure to process improvement and automation initiatives within a trading environment
- Opportunities to strengthen analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- A deeper understanding of how financial markets, technology, and operational processes come together to support institutional trading within a leading Global Markets franchise
- 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.
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