Internship: Global Markets, Asset Allocation, Risk Strategy & XVA [Jul to Dec 2026]

Overview

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. By taking the time to truly understand people, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation—leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. Our strategic ambition is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future, innovate in the delivery of financial services, work in friendly, supportive teams, and build lasting value in your community. Take your learning as far as you can and enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity

Why Join

Be at the forefront of innovation in trading technology. As an ARX Intern, you’ll directly contribute to automating and enhancing the tools our traders use daily. This is a unique opportunity to apply your programming skills to real-world financial challenges, gain exposure to quantitative trading strategies, and help shape the future of how we trade at OCBC.

How You Succeed

To thrive in this role, you’ll be a proactive problem-solver with a passion for automation. You’ll be encouraged to take initiative, experiment with new approaches, and quickly learn from experienced traders and technologists. A willingness to dive into existing code, identify areas for improvement, and contribute practical solutions is key.

What You Do

You will be responsible for:

• Developing and enhancing Python scripts to automate trading desk processes, such as risk aggregation and P&L explanation.
• Running existing Python scripts daily for end-of-day P&L consolidation, explanations, and risk reporting.
• Assisting traders with the development and back-testing of quantitative trading strategies.
• Contributing to the improvement of existing tools and processes through automation and efficiency gains.
• Providing general support to the desk with ad-hoc tasks and administrative activities.

Who You Work With

OCBC Global Markets encompasses Treasury Advisory and Institutional Sales, Asset Liability Management, Trading, and Business Management. You will join a dynamic, ambitious, award-winning team that focuses on multi-product solutions to maximise opportunities for everyone, including you.

Who You Are

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree.
• Proficient in Python and Microsoft Excel, with experience using VBA/macros.
• A strong analytical mindset and a passion for problem-solving.
• Eager to learn and apply your skills in a fast-paced trading environment.
• (Optional) Knowledge of Quantitative Finance and basic derivatives valuation is a plus.

Learning Objectives

This internship will provide you with:

• Practical experience in developing and implementing automated solutions for a trading desk.
• Exposure to the full lifecycle of quantitative trading strategies, from development to back-testing.
• A deeper understanding of financial markets and trading operations.
• Enhanced programming skills in Python and potential exposure to other relevant technologies.

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 cared for as much as the needs of our customers.