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Project Intern, Sustainability Strategy (Policy and Research) - Jul to Dec 2026

Temasek
BusinessSG, 238891Full-time1 weeks ago
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About the role

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This is a project intern role within Temasek's Sustainability Strategy team, focusing on policy and research. The intern will support horizon scanning, research, and analysis of global sustainability policies and market trends, assist in developing policy foresight tools, and prepare briefing materials for strategic discussions. The role is ideal for students passionate about sustainability with strong analytical and communication skills.

BusinessFull-timeSustainability Group

Key Responsibilities

  • Support horizon scanning, research and analysis of global sustainability policies, regulations, frameworks, and market trends, including assisting in peer benchmarking to identify cross-thematic risks, opportunities, and implications.
  • Contribute towards materials that inform institutional and portfolio-level sustainability strategy discussions.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining policy foresight tools such as AI tools and dashboards.
  • Support the preparation of executive-ready briefing materials, e.g., slide decks and short notes, to inform strategic reviews and decision-making.
  • Support Temasek's participation in selected global networks and coalitions through background research, preparation of meeting briefs and note-taking.
  • Support project leads in internal capability building programmes, integrating policy insights into management training, board insights, and advisory panel programmes.
  • Help curate case studies, examples and reference materials that bring policy insights to life for internal stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Pursuing a degree in Sustainability, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, or a related discipline preferred.
  • Genuine passion for sustainability, environmental and social issues, demonstrated through coursework, internships, projects or volunteer experiences.
  • Critical thinking and strong analytical skills.
  • Ability to work with sustainability data and metrics.
  • Familiarity and comfort with using GenAI tools.
  • Good communicator in both written and oral communication, with an eye for detail.
  • Adaptability and eagerness to learn and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Interested candidates must submit both a cover letter and resume/CV.
  • 1-page cover letter should indicate clearly motivation in applying, how past experience applies, as well as candidate's availability (start and end date).
  • Resume/CV submitted may be no longer than 2 pages. 1 page is preferred.