Data & Finance Intern, Finance (Governance & Technology) - Jan - Jun 2027

Company Overview

Temasek is a global investment company headquartered in Singapore, with a net portfolio value of S$518 billion (US$401b, €350b, £304b, RMB2.77t) as at 31 March 2026. Our purpose, “So Every Generation Prospers,” guides us to build a resilient and forward-looking portfolio that delivers good sustainable returns over the long term.

We have 13 offices in 9 countries around the world: Beijing, Hanoi, Mumbai, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Singapore in Asia; and Brussels, London, Mexico City, New York, Paris, San Francisco, and Washington, DC outside Asia.

More information on Temasek can be found at www.temasek.com.sg. The Temasek Review 2026 is available at www.temasekreview.com.sg, and the Sustainability Report 2026 at www.temasek.com.sg/SR2026.

Role Introduction - Project Intern, Governance and Technology (G&T)

The Governance and Technology team is a key pillar within the Financial Management (FM) function, dedicated to building a secure, efficient, and compliant environment through integrated platforms, robust Data Governance, and scalable analytics capabilities. We manage the ongoing operations of Workday Finance, including system design, configuration, security, compliance, and new feature enablement. Furthermore, we are driving the adoption of Snowflake as FM’s central data hub, developing proof-of-concepts (POCs) and scalable solutions to unlock data-driven insights and automation. By collaborating closely with internal teams and external service providers, we continuously drive process improvements and automation to elevate operational excellence.

As a Project Intern in the G&T team, you will help drive project implementations that deliver technology, process, and data solutions to strengthen governance and enable operational excellence within FM, with opportunities to support initiatives on finance data using Snowflake and related analytics tools.

Responsibilities

Research & Analysis

• Use research and data analysis to support process design and optimization.
• Identify opportunities for automation within Financial Management (FM).
• Evaluate technology solutions for relevance and technical fit to business needs, recommending suitable tools for adoption or proof-of-concept trials.

Digital Solutions & Data Management

• Support the implementation of digital solutions and system integrations.
• Contribute to solution design, testing, and validation.
• Build Workday applications to enhance user experience and improve business processes.
• Monitor data quality during ingestion into the Data Lake/Snowflake.

AI-Driven Data Analytics & Visualization

• Design and prototype AI/ML use cases to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Apply data analytics and AI-enabled insights to generate actionable recommendations.
• Develop dashboards/applications to visualize data-driven insights and support decision-making.

Requirements & Qualifications

Technical & Analytical Requirements

• Good analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a similar discipline.
• Strong proficiency in Python, R, SQL, Snowflake, Streamlit, Tableau, and/or similar analytics and dashboarding tools.

Preferred Exposure (Plus)

• Unstructured data and database management.
• System integration.
• AI workflow automation.
• Web scraping.

Professional & Interpersonal Skills

• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Strong coordination and organizational skills.
• Highly professional and discreet, able to maintain confidentiality on projects and data.
• A collaborative team player with a pleasant disposition.
• Ability to work well with people within and outside the team, across the organizational hierarchy, and willingness to assist teammates.
• A self-starter with the ability to multi-task.
• Curiosity with a genuine interest and willingness to learn.
• Diligent and capable of taking ownership of team projects and responsibilities.

Why Join Temasek?

Real-World Experience

Work on real projects with direct exposure to how finance, technology, and data shape key decisions.

Learning and Growth

Gain hands-on experience with Snowflake, Streamlit, AI/ML use cases, and data analytics, while learning from experienced professionals across finance, technology, and data domains.

Innovation and Experimentation

Contribute to Proof-of-Concepts (POCs), AI-enabled analytics, and digital solutions that drive automation, process optimization, and data-driven decision-making.

Collaborative Culture

Join a supportive, diverse, and inclusive environment where interns are encouraged to share ideas and are given opportunities to own meaningful work.

Future Readiness

Build skills in data, AI, and digital transformation that are highly relevant for future roles in technology, analytics, finance, and beyond.