AI Research Internship Programme Singapore 2027

About the role

Ten-week summer internship with Standard Chartered’s AI Research and Experimentation team in Singapore. Interns collaborate with AI researchers, engineers, business leaders, PhD researchers and academics on projects exploring emerging AI and applications to banking. The programme combines real responsibilities, structured development, international exposure and potential progression toward a graduate role.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to collaborative AI research projects focused on real challenges and applications in banking.
• Develop research ideas, review proposals, run experiments and investigate emerging artificial intelligence technologies.
• Work alongside AI researchers, engineers, business leaders, PhD researchers and academic collaborators.
• Communicate research findings and new ideas clearly to colleagues and stakeholders.

Programme Experience

• Complete a 10-week summer internship with real projects and meaningful responsibilities from day one.
• Gain exposure to banking products, clients and Standard Chartered’s international network.
• Receive support from managers, mentors and buddies, with opportunities to learn from senior leaders.
• Develop technical, professional and behavioural skills through structured programme activities.

Requirements

• Be a penultimate-year student studying Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Have a strong foundation in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
• Have working knowledge of Python and experience building prototypes.
• Be available to intern in June 2027 and start full time in July 2028.
• Have the permanent legal right to work in the country of application.

Preferred Profile

• Experience with generative AI, large language models or machine learning frameworks is advantageous.
• Show curiosity about emerging technologies and enthusiasm for researching, experimenting and learning.
• Demonstrate initiative, critical thinking, logical problem-solving and sound judgement.
• Collaborate effectively, communicate confidently and work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Adapt well to a fast-paced environment and connect technology with real business challenges.

Recruitment Timeline

• Assessment Centres begin from October 2026 onwards.
• Internship start date: June 2027.
• Applicants may submit only one application within a six-month period.