Who We Are
BowerGroupAsia (BGA) is the premier strategic advisory and government affairs firm supporting the world's leading multinational companies across the Indo-Pacific and Africa. With approximately 250 professionals in 32 markets, BGA advises the world's leading AI, platform, cloud, semiconductor and digital infrastructure companies. The Technology team is building a deliberate, data-driven marketing apparatus to nurture leads, convert prospects and grow BGA's technology pipeline. This intern will sit at the center of that effort.
Position Summary
BGA seeks a highly motivated intern to join the Technology business development team in Singapore. The intern will work directly with senior members of the Tech BD team, supporting research, client-facing deliverables and operational coordination across BGA's largest technology accounts. This is a substantive role designed for a candidate pursuing or holding a graduate degree in international affairs or a related discipline who wants hands-on exposure to technology policy and government affairs across the Indo-Pacific.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research on technology policy and regulatory developments across the Indo-Pacific, including AI governance, online safety, semiconductors, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity and digital trade.
- Draft read-aheads, briefing memos and talking points for senior BGA leadership ahead of client and prospect meetings.
- Support the development of scopes of work, proposals and pitch materials.
- Contribute to BGA's flagship regional research products, including the State of AI Policy report, the Online Safety Tracker, the AI-Generated Content Labelling Tracker, the Data Center Investment report and the Indo-Pacific Forecast.
- Track legislative, regulatory and political developments across BGA's priority technology markets and synthesize implications for clients.
- Attend Singapore-based industry briefings, events and association meetings; prepare readouts for the broader team.
- Maintain and update Salesforce records, including contacts, account notes and engagement history.
- Support the Tech BD team on internal coordination, including analyst huddles, weekly team call agendas and offsite logistics.
Qualifications
- Pursuing or holding a graduate degree in international affairs, public policy, public affairs, area studies, journalism or a related field; outstanding undergraduate candidates with equivalent experience considered.
- Demonstrated interest in technology policy, the Indo-Pacific region and/or government affairs consulting.
- Strong research, analytical and writing skills in English; proficiency in an Asian language is a plus.
- Comfort managing multiple workstreams under deadline pressure.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented and collegial; able to take direction from multiple stakeholders.
- Authorization to work in Singapore required.
Logistics
- Location: Singapore (in-office, hybrid schedule).
- Duration: One semester, with potential to extend.
- Reports to: Senior Director, Technology.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV/resume and short writing sample (750-1000 words, attached to the cover letter). Please note that this is a paid internship, and a commitment of 15-35 hours per week is requested.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please address application materials to Senior Director William Heidlage.
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