Investment & Portfolio Construction Intern

Internsg; Singapore; On-site; SGD 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Internsg is offering an internship programme for individuals curious about financial markets, investment funds, and portfolio construction. The role focuses on fund research, due diligence, and developing practical analytical skills through exposure to professionals across the investment industry.

Learn to evaluate funds, understand key metrics, and participate in portfolio construction exercises while benefiting from sponsorship opportunities for professional exams and industry networking.

Qualifications

• Sponsorship opportunities for professional exams (M8, M8A, M6) subject to terms.
• Candidates with RES 5, M9, M9A qualifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Learn to evaluate funds using performance data, risk indicators, fees and holdings.
• Understand metrics like alpha, beta, Sharpe ratio and volatility.
• Develop a structured approach to researching and comparing funds for portfolio inclusion.
• Explore portfolio construction principles and diversification to assess risk/return.
• Participate in educational portfolio research exercises and present findings.
• Network with fund managers and investment consultants; learn from professionals across the industry.

Job description

Are you curious about financial markets, investment funds and how investment portfolios are constructed?

We are looking for motivated individuals with a keen interest in investment research, fund due diligence and portfolio construction to join our internship programme.

This is an opportunity to develop practical analytical skills, deepen your understanding of investment funds and gain exposure to professionals across the investment industry.

What You Will Learn

Fund Research & Due Diligence

• Learn how to evaluate investment funds using performance data, risk indicators, fees and portfolio holdings.
• Understand key analytical measures such as alpha, beta, Sharpe ratio and volatility.
• Develop a structured approach to researching and comparing funds before they are considered for a portfolio.

Portfolio Construction & Asset Allocation

• Learn the principles behind portfolio construction and diversification.
• Explore how different asset classes and funds can be combined to understand portfolio-level risk and return.
• Participate in educational portfolio research exercises and present your findings.

Professional Development & Qualifications

• Eligible shortlisted candidates may receive sponsorship for relevant professional examinations, including M8, M8A and M6, subject to the programme's terms and arrangements.
• Candidates with existing industry-related qualifications, including RES 5, M9 and M9A, are welcome to highlight them in their applications. Applicants without these qualifications may also be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Industry Exposure & Networking

• Opportunities to network with fund managers and investment consultants from multinational corporations (MNCs), subject to availability.
• Selected interns may also have opportunities to work with investment lawyers and learn about the legal and structural aspects of higher finance.

Who Should Apply?

We welcome candidates who are:

• Genuinely interested in investment funds, financial markets and portfolio construction.
• Analytical, curious and comfortable working with data.
• Willing to conduct independent research and explain their findings.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and committed to continuous learning.

Relevant academic backgrounds, industry qualifications or prior exposure to financial services are advantageous, but a strong willingness to learn matters too.