Advisory - Consulting, ESG | Off-Cycle Internship (Jan 2027 to Jun 2027)

About the Team

KPMG in Singapore commenced ESG-related engagements as early as 2002, making it one of the first Big 4 firms to advise companies on their ESG journey in Singapore. The KPMG ESG team drives large-scale economic transformation in Singapore and the region associated with the green transition. Built on strong connectivity within local and regional markets, as well as with KPMG’s Global and Regional ESG Centres of Excellence, the team brings together highly technical ESG capabilities and best practices to co-create shared value with business partners and clients.

The KPMG ESG team also supports functional professionals across audit, tax, and advisory with proposals in this area from the bid stage through to delivery, helping teams in Singapore and other member firms drive pursuit execution, form strategic responses and pitches for key global opportunities, and provide delivery support where required.

The team works on ESG reporting, strategy, and other ESG-related advisory projects, including sustainable finance and ESG due diligence. It studies trends to understand future directions of ESG across different industries and advises clients on the adequacy and effectiveness of their measures and strategy considerations. In light of growing demand for climate change and ESG-related services, KPMG is looking for an intern to join the ESG team.

Key Responsibilities

• Position KPMG as a leading firm for ESG services in Singapore and Southeast Asia, collaborating with other Global and Regional ESG Centres of Excellence and cross-functional teams to support integrated, end-to-end offerings.
• Support business development activities, including development of proposals and thought leadership pieces, and participation in industry-driven engagements.
• Support development and delivery of service offerings, including:
  • ESG reporting, such as gathering and compiling relevant data on company ESG metrics, conducting market research on industry reporting landscapes, and performing gap analyses against common reporting frameworks. Frameworks may include those published by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, Carbon Disclosure Sustainability Accounting Standards Board, International Integrated Reporting Council Framework, Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures, Task Force on Nature-based Financial Disclosures, International Sustainability Standards Board, Global Reporting Initiative, and Sustainability Accounting Standards Board.
  • Other ESG advisory services relating to ESG reporting, including climate risk-related procedures such as scenario analysis; implementation of processes and controls to support high-quality non-financial reporting; reviews of governance and risk frameworks; and capacity-building workshops.
• Support delivery of client engagements to ensure high-quality service and build long-term client relationships, including:
  • Conducting desktop research on market and industry trends, including topics listed above.
  • Assisting in data analysis and preparing presentations.
  • Participating in brainstorming sessions to generate market and industry insights.
  • Coordinating with internal stakeholders on meeting and activity arrangements.
  • Participating in team projects and other ad hoc duties as assigned.
  • Supporting operational and administration tasks.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Passionate about ESG issues and committed to making a difference in the corporate landscape.
• Internship duration preferences:
  • For interns who can commit for at least 24 weeks: candidates preferably pursuing a PhD or Master’s in Sustainability, Developmental Finance, Economics, Environmental Sciences, Social Sciences, or Engineering.
  • For interns who can commit for 8–10 weeks: candidates preferably pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Environmental Science, or Social Science.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, especially MS PowerPoint and Excel, and ability to develop high-quality presentation materials with a short turnaround.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and spoken), with the ability to build relationships and manage a range of stakeholders (external and internal).
• Curious temperament, independent learning approach, and self-starter mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective project management skills, including the ability to multi-task and deliver across varying priorities in a highly pressured and often shifting environment.