SGX Group (Singapore Exchange) – Brand & Planning Intern

SGX Group is one of the world’s most trusted international marketplaces, known for its stability and openness. Anchored in Singapore, we enable price discovery, capital formation and risk management across asset classes, supported by resilient infrastructure and robust clearing. We convene issuers, investors and intermediaries to create and grow markets that stand the test of time. Find out more at www.sgxgroup.com.

As an intern in the Marketing & Communications unit at SGX Group, you will work alongside experienced professionals and gain hands-on exposure to the dynamic world of marketing and communications within capital markets.

You will contribute to strategic initiatives in the Brand & Planning team, and develop your skills through brand content and creative development, event planning for corporate marketing and social responsibility. Your work will help shape SGX Group’s corporate identity and reputation across local and international audiences.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of the global financial services ecosystem while working at Asia’s most international exchange. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves for an enriching, fast-paced and unforgettable learning experience.

What the intern can learn during the internship

As part of your internship, you will be immersed in a wide spectrum of impactful projects and initiatives including:

Content Creation and Event Planning

• Craft engaging content – from conceptualising stories and social media content to web and internal communications for corporate and CSR marketing.
• Support corporate visits and events from high-profile Stock Market Opening ceremonies and CSR initiatives to results briefings and internal staff engagements.

Corporate Branding and Asset Management

• Assist in end-to-end creative development process from concepting to production of new elements, visual assets that align with brand identity.
• Help manage brand assets, templates and corporate gifts, ensuring consistent and professional brand representation.

Market and Competitor Research

• Conduct benchmarking and trend analysis to support branding, sponsorships, and partnerships.
• Conduct audience and trend analysis to support branding, sponsorships, partnerships and audience-led marketing strategies for priority growth segments.

Stakeholder Engagement and Project Management

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to coordinate project timelines, sharpening your multitasking and prioritisation skills in a fast-paced environment.

Executive Communications Exposure

• Assist in preparing communications for SGX Group’s Executive Management Committee (EMCO) and gain insights into strategic messaging and executive-level communications.

Understanding the Financial Ecosystem

• Learn about the capital markets ecosystem and SGX Group’s businesses.
• Learn how SGX Group drives innovation and development in global capital markets.

Professional Development

• Grow your brand and marketing capabilities in a fast-paced, globally connected environment.
• More than just an internship, we are offering a launchpad for your career in marketing and communications within the financial industry. You will gain exposure to a global network, contribute to meaningful projects and be part of a team that is shaping the future of capital markets.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, managing timelines and meeting project milestones
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholder groups
• A creative eye and appreciation for aesthetics, able to ensure visual consistency in design execution is a major advantage
• Attention to detail and comfort working with spreadsheets and basic metrics
• Willingness to work outside core office hours during events when needed
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of urgency and accountability
• Fluent in English
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook).
• Experience with creative software such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or CapCut for basic design and video editing skills is a major advantage.