Internship: Global Corporate Banking, GWB Sustainability [Jan to May 2027]

Why Join

Be part of OCBC's sustainability journey and contribute to initiatives that support the transition towards a more sustainable future. As a Sustainability Intern, you'll gain exposure to sustainable finance, ESG risk management, and sustainability strategy within a leading financial institution. You'll also develop research, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills while supporting projects that help clients navigate evolving sustainability challenges and opportunities.

How You Succeed

To excel in this role, you'll need to be curious, analytical, and passionate about sustainability. You'll work closely with the Sustainability team and stakeholders across the bank to support advisory initiatives, conduct ESG assessments, and contribute to sustainability-related projects. Your ability to analyse information, communicate insights clearly, and stay abreast of sustainability developments will be key to creating meaningful impact and supporting the bank's sustainability ambitions.

What You Do

Your responsibilities will include:

• Sustainability Advisory Support: assist in the preparation of sustainability advisory pitchbooks and client materials for wholesale banking customers.
• ESG Risk Assessment: support ESG due diligence and sustainability risk assessments for corporate and institutional clients.
• Sustainability Research: conduct research on emerging sustainability topics, regulatory developments, industry trends, and market best practices.
• Business Insights: analyse sustainability-related data and information to support client engagements, strategic discussions, and decision-making.
• Stakeholder Engagement: collaborate with stakeholders across the bank to support sustainability initiatives and advance the Sustainability Office's agenda.
• Internal Communications: assist in preparing sustainability updates, newsflashes, and educational materials for internal stakeholders.
• Presentation Development: prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials to communicate sustainability insights and recommendations.
• Ad-hoc Projects: provide support on sustainability programmes, strategic initiatives, and other projects as assigned.

Who You Work With

The Sustainability team works closely with businesses and functions across the bank to integrate sustainability into strategy, risk management, financing, and client engagement. You'll collaborate with colleagues across Wholesale Banking, Risk Management, Finance, and other corporate functions to support sustainability initiatives and drive meaningful outcomes. This role provides exposure to how sustainability considerations are embedded into business decisions and financial solutions.

Who You Are

• Open to learning and feedback
• Strong interest in sustainability, ESG topics, and sustainable finance
• Curious, analytical, and eager to learn
• Good research and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working with data and conducting basic analysis
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
• Able to prepare clear and compelling presentation materials
• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree

Learning Objectives

This internship will provide you with:

• Exposure to sustainability principles, sustainable finance products, and evolving ESG regulations and policies
• Hands-on experience supporting sustainability advisory engagements and ESG risk assessments
• Opportunities to develop research, analysis, and communication skills within a sustainability-focused role
• Exposure to sustainability initiatives and projects within a leading financial institution
• A deeper understanding of the bank's sustainability strategy, including Net Zero ambitions and financed emissions methodologies
• Experience engaging with stakeholders across different business functions to drive sustainability outcomes
• Opportunities to strengthen presentation, report-writing, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Insights into how banks support clients in their sustainability transitions and contribute to a more sustainable future through responsible financing and advisory solutions

What We Offer

Competitive base salary, a suite of holistic and flexible benefits, community initiatives, and industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth, and aspirations are cared for as much as the needs of our customers.