Internship: Global Markets, Securities Finance [Jan - Jun 2027]

OCBC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC invites driven students to join the Securities Finance Internship in Singapore, gaining exposure to securities lending, collateral management, corporate actions, and risk monitoring. You will collaborate with experienced professionals to apply technology and automation to improve operational efficiency within a dynamic markets environment.

Successful candidates demonstrate curiosity, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while analyzing data and supporting daily

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree.
• Interest in financial markets and securities financing activities.
• Strong analytical, detail-oriented mindset and organisational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in process improvement, automation, and technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Securities Operations Support: assist with instrument label creation and tracking requests to completion.
• Corporate Actions Monitoring: track events and support securities lending restrictions.
• Fee Reconciliation: reconcile fee accruals and assist in investigations of discrepancies.
• Margin Management Support: monitor daily margin calls and ensure timely processing.
• Process Automation: identify opportunities to automate manual workflows.
• Reporting & Analysis: assist in preparing operational reports and analyzing data for decision-making.
• Presentation & Documentation: prepare materials and meeting notes to support discussions.
• Ad-hoc Projects: assist with operational, technology, and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Multitasking

Automation interest

Programming/automation

Education

Undergraduate or postgraduate student

Job description

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 plays a critical role in supporting Securities Finance activities within Global Markets. As a Securities Finance Intern, you’ll gain valuable exposure to securities lending operations, collateral management, corporate actions, and risk monitoring processes. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply technology and automation skills to enhance operational efficiency while working alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic markets environment.

How You Succeed

To excel in this role, you’ll need to be curious, detail-oriented, and proactive. You’ll work closely with team members to support daily operational activities, monitor market events, and contribute to process improvement initiatives. Your ability to analyse information, manage multiple priorities, and leverage technology to automate workflows will help strengthen operational controls and improve team productivity.

What You Do

Your responsibilities will include:

• Securities Operations Support: assist with the creation and maintenance of instrument labels within internal systems and track requests through to successful completion
• Corporate Actions Monitoring: monitor corporate action and dividend events, and support the management of securities lending restrictions arising from these events
• Fee Reconciliation: perform reconciliations of fee accruals and assist in investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Margin Management Support: monitor daily margin call activities and assist in ensuring timely and accurate processing
• Process Automation: identify opportunities to automate manual processes and support the development of solutions that improve efficiency and operational effectiveness
• Reporting & Analysis: assist in preparing operational reports, tracking metrics, and analysing data to support decision-making
• Presentation & Documentation: prepare presentation materials, meeting minutes, and documentation to support team discussions and stakeholder engagement
• Ad‑hoc Projects: provide support on operational, technology, and process improvement initiatives as assigned

Who You Work With

Global Markets provides clients with a comprehensive range of risk management, financing, and investment solutions across multiple asset classes. Within the Securities Finance team, you’ll work alongside professionals who manage securities lending activities, collateral requirements, and market event processing. You’ll gain valuable exposure to how Global Markets businesses operate and how effective operational controls support financial market activities.

Who You Are

• Open to learning and feedback
• Strong interest in financial markets and securities financing activities
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and highly organised
• Good problem‑solving skills with a proactive mindset
• Comfortable working with data and operational processes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Interest in process improvement, automation, and technology solutions
• Programming or automation skills would be advantageous
• Able to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree

Learning Objectives

This internship will provide you with:

• Exposure to the Securities Finance business and the operational processes supporting securities lending activities
• A practical understanding of corporate actions, dividend processing, collateral management, and margin call operations
• Hands‑on experience performing reconciliations, monitoring controls, and supporting daily market operations
• Opportunities to develop process improvement and automation capabilities through real business use cases
• Exposure to operational risk management and control processes within a Global Markets environment
• Experience working with internal systems, operational workflows, and business reporting tools
• Opportunities to strengthen analytical, problem‑solving, stakeholder management, and communication skills
• Valuable insights into how technology and automation can enhance efficiency and scalability within a leading financial institution
• Exposure to experienced professionals and real‑world projects that support the smooth functioning of Global Markets operations

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.