# Global Markets Research Intern [MUFG](https://www.jorb.ai/firms/mufg.md) · Singapore · [Research](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/research.md) MUFG is hiring a Global Markets Research Intern in Singapore. Posted 2026-02-20; applications close 2026-04-21. **Apply**: https://mufgub.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MUFG-EarlyCareers/job/Singapore-Office-Marina-One/Global-Markets-Research-Intern_10075225-WD Posted 2mo ago. ## Role details ## Overview **Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?** Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. Across the globe, we’re 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world’s most trusted financial group, it’s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. ## Global Markets Division for Asia – Global Markets Research for Asia (AGMD - GMR) ## Global Markets Research Intern **Internship Period:** 3 August 2026 – 31 December 2026 ## Job Description This role provides the opportunity to experience MUFG Global Markets Research for the Asia region. The candidate will gain an understanding of the fundamental and macro drivers underpinning FX and rates markets, with a focus on Asia and global macro. The candidate will develop an appreciation for how the research function adds value to MUFG’s client relationships through thought leadership and insights, and help the team communicate and amplify those findings through a variety of channels. The candidate will be involved in a range of tasks to help the GMR Asia team accomplish its goals: - Create and analyse regional and country databases on the key drivers of Asia’s economies and FX and rates markets, with the aim to forecast macro and markets - Help the team develop models and frameworks on Asia’s macro and markets and test hypotheses in a logical fashion. A clear thought process and reasoning are crucial, with basic arithmetic and statistics; a good understanding of econometrics and regression analysis is helpful, as is the ability to understand code, including through GenAI - Assist with day-to-day activities including uploading and formatting research reports to the research portal, and maintaining/updating databases to ensure they are fit for purpose daily - Update and create slide packs and assist with logistics ahead of client meetings - Assist in other tasks such as responding to ad-hoc requests - Automate research processes – help the GMR team automate existing workflows and databases to increase efficiency and productivity, using GenAI, macros, spreadsheets, and code - Collaborate with the GMR team on longer-term thematic research reports. Synthesize findings from academic research and think tanks, stay current on topics and key policy debates, with the aim of developing a comprehensive understanding of the topic ## Job Requirements - Undergraduates from Business/Finance/Economics are preferred but current university students will be considered - A strong interest in Global and Asia macro and markets, and a desire to understand markets from a research/economist/strategist perspective - A clear thought process and logical reasoning is crucial - Good with numbers, arithmetic, and statistics; a good understanding of econometrics and regression analysis is helpful - A “can do” attitude - Ability to learn on the job and pick up concepts quickly - Entrepreneurial spirit and pro-active - Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint - Understanding of and experience in coding - Experience using GenAI and willingness to utilize GenAI to augment processes, improve productivity and insights - Strong organizational skills ## Important Note - Interested applicants will be required to submit a CV and Cover Letter - Please submit your details via our early careers website at Careers (myworkdayjobs.com) - Only shortlisted applicants will be notified **This internship role is based in Singapore. It is open to Singaporean and PR students only. In Singapore, MUFG internship partners include National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Management University, Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) and Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS).** Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. 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