Intern (Regional Economic Studies)

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[What the role is]The ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute is a leading research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic environment.

Applications are invited for the following position:

Intern, Regional Economic Studies (RES) Programme

[What you will be working on]
The RES programme focuses on a range of economic issues in Southeast Asia. Emphasis is on timely, policy-related research that is relevant to decision-makers as well as researchers. Key research areas are: macroeconomic developments in Southeast Asia; international trade and finance; geoeconomics; country-level studies on themes relating to socio-economic development; sub-national economic dynamics; ASEAN regionalism and its linkages with Asian neighbours. The programme publishes the tri-annual Journal of Southeast Asian Economies (JSEAE) and also hosts the Singapore APEC Study Centre, which analyses developments in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) process.

Under this internship, you will be expected to undertake the following tasks:
* Assist in data collection, compilation and analysis
* Assist in writing notes for RES meetings and seminars
* Assist in editorial work

[What we are looking for]
Requirements
The intern is not required to have prior research experience. However, they will be expected to possess good writing and presentation skills.

Internship Period: May 2026 - Aug 2026

Application
All applicants must submit the following materials: (1) cover letter indicating your availability period (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a copy of latest academic transcript