Research & Marketing Intern

SINGAPORE INDIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry is seeking a research-focused professional to support analysis of business, trade, and economic topics. You will help prepare reports, marketing content, and coordinate events to promote knowledge sharing among members.

The role involves gathering data, creating visual materials, and drafting policy briefs, presentations, and publications. Strong writing and communication skills are essential for effective knowledge dissemination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, or related discipline.
• Strong research, analytical, and academic writing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with statistical or data visualisation tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SPSS, or Python is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in AI productivity tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or Gemini is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on business, trade, economic, policy, SME, and industry topics using journals, government publications, and credible industry reports to inform strategic initiatives.
• Collect, compile, analyse, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data to support research projects and policy development.
• Assist in preparing academic papers, research reports, policy briefs, presentations, and other publications to communicate findings effectively.
• Design surveys and analyse member feedback to generate actionable insights and prepare visual materials such as charts, graphs, and infographics.
• Monitor economic, regulatory, and policy developments affecting businesses and support market research and industry analyses.
• Maintain research databases, publications, and reference materials ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Create marketing content for newsletters, social media, website, email campaigns, and promotional materials to enhance member engagement.
• Support planning, promotion, and execution of research projects, seminars, conferences, networking sessions, business forums, and knowledge‑sharing initiatives.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to coordinate research, marketing, and event activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management to support organisational goals.

Skills

Research

Analytical skills

Academic writing

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Report preparation

Data visualization tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business / Marketing / Economics / Social Sciences

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SPSS

Python

Job description

Company Overview

Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce is one of Singapore’s oldest and most respected commercial organisations, representing the Indian business community. It offers diverse services and networking opportunities to support members’ business growth locally and globally.

Job Summary

Support research and strategic initiatives by conducting thorough analysis of business, trade, and economic topics. Assist in preparing reports, marketing content, and event coordination to promote knowledge sharing and member engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on business, trade, economic, policy, SME, and industry topics using academic journals, government publications, and credible industry reports to inform strategic initiatives
• Collect, compile, analyse, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data to support research projects and policy development
• Assist in preparing academic papers, research reports, policy briefs, presentations, and other publications to communicate findings effectively
• Design surveys and analyse member feedback to generate actionable insights and prepare visual materials such as charts, graphs, and infographics
• Conduct market research, benchmarking studies, and industry analyses while monitoring economic, regulatory, and policy developments affecting businesses
• Maintain research databases, publications, and reference materials ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality
• Create marketing content for newsletters, social media, website, email campaigns, and promotional materials to enhance member engagement
• Support planning, promotion, and execution of research projects, seminars, conferences, networking sessions, business forums, and knowledge‑sharing initiatives
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to coordinate research, marketing, and event activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management to support organisational goals

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, or related discipline
• Strong research, analytical, and academic writing skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organisational and time management skills with attention to detail to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Ability to prepare professional reports and presentation materials independently
• Familiarity with statistical or data visualisation tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SPSS, or Python is an added advantage
• Proficiency in AI productivity tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or Gemini is an added advantage.