SPH Media Limited – Business Times Intern Journalist

Support the Business Times team in researching, reporting and producing timely, accurate and insightful news and analysis on financial markets, banking, investments and the economy for both print and digital platforms. The intern will gain hands-on experience covering Singapore and global financial developments while learning the fundamentals of business journalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, gather and verify information on finance, banking, investment, capital markets and economic developments.

• Assist reporters in covering earnings announcements, corporate briefings, press conferences and financial events.

• Write news articles, market updates, company profiles and feature stories under editorial guidance.

• Monitor stock markets, economic indicators, regulatory announcements and corporate disclosures to identify news opportunities.

• Conduct background research and compile data to support in-depth reporting.

• Assist with fact-checking, proofreading and ensuring editorial accuracy.

• Contribute multimedia content, including charts, photos, videos or social media posts where appropriate.

• Work closely with editors and reporters to meet tight newsroom deadlines.

Skills Required

• Excellent command of written and spoken English.

• Strong writing, research and analytical skills.

• Keen interest in finance, investing, economics, banking and capital markets.

• Ability to understand and interpret financial statements, company announcements and economic data is an advantage.

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with spreadsheets, data visualisation or financial databases (e.g. Bloomberg, FactSet or S&P Capital IQ) is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Curious and eager to learn about business and financial news.

• Analytical thinker with the ability to simplify complex financial concepts for a broad audience.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proactive, resourceful and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.

• Demonstrates integrity, sound judgment and a commitment to journalistic ethics.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the internship, the intern will:

• Develop practical reporting and writing skills in finance and investment journalism.

• Gain exposure to financial markets, listed companies and macroeconomic reporting.

• Learn how to analyse company earnings, financial statements and market trends.

• Understand newsroom editorial processes, fact-checking standards and digital publishing workflows.

• Build confidence in interviewing business leaders, analysts and market participants while producing content for both print and digital audiences.