Intern - Corporate Governance (Spring 2027, Dec 2026 to Jan 2027)

SGX Internship Programme (LCCS) – Corporate Secretariat

SGX is Asia’s leading and trusted securities and derivatives market infrastructure, operating equity, fixed income, currency and commodity markets to the highest regulatory standards. SGX also operates SGX FIRST (Future in Reshaping Sustainability Together), a multi-asset sustainability platform. With climate action as a key priority, SGX aims to be a leading sustainable and transition financing and trading hub, offering trusted, quality, end-to-end products and solutions. Headquartered in AAA rated Singapore, SGX is globally recognised for its risk management and clearing capabilities.

As an intern, you will gain insights into the Exchange business and the finance value chain, and you will be immersed in specialist functions with real-time work from Day 1.

Note: Leave of Absence (LOA) may be required to take on the internship.

Brief Overview

The Corporate Secretariat team at SGX operates as part of the broader Legal, Compliance & Corporate Secretariat (LCC) unit, which oversees, among others, the governance of SGX Group’s global operations. The team ensures that SGX, as a listed entity and market operator, adheres to high standards of corporate governance and regulatory compliance. The LCC unit also supports evolving trends in ESG reporting, digital governance, and regulatory reform.

Learning Objectives

This internship provides exposure to the day-to-day operations of the Corporate Secretariat of SGX Group, a critical function within corporate governance. Interns will develop a deeper understanding of the regulatory and compliance landscape in Singapore, including how governance frameworks are applied in practice.

Projects may include contributing to the preparation of the Company’s Annual Report, supporting the planning and execution of the Annual General Meeting, and developing and maintaining documentation and tracking systems for operational processes. Through these projects and day-to-day work, interns will gain insight into regulatory and governance requirements, as well as strategic coordination of corporate events and stakeholder engagement.

Job Description

Corporate Governance Research & Liaison

• Support the development of the Corporate Governance section of the Annual Report through research and content development.
• Assist with stakeholder engagement and content coordination.
• Provide data validation and compliance support.
• Monitor trends and gather insights.

Meeting & Event Coordination

• Support the planning and execution of key corporate events such as Annual General Meetings (AGMs) and Extraordinary General Meetings (EGMs).
• Gain exposure to corporate governance processes and stakeholder engagement.

Digitization of Document Management & Filing

• Support the accurate and secure handling of corporate documents.
• Assist in developing and maintaining documentation and tracking systems for operational processes.
• Emphasize precision, confidentiality, and digital fluency in managing sensitive information.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

• Basic understanding of corporate governance.
• Strong logical and process-minded approach to problem-solving.
• High energy, willingness, and capacity to learn.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills.

Internship Details

• Programme: SGX Internship Programme
• Team: LCCS, Compliance (Spring 2026)
• Duration: Jan – Jul
• Role Area: Corporate Secretariat