Internship, Group Risk Management, Group Data Management Office, Data Governance [May to August 2026]

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

 Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

 We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Why Join

Be at the forefront of responsible innovation at OCBC. As an AI/Model Governance Intern within Group Risk Management, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the safe and ethical deployment of Artificial Intelligence across the bank. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly evolving field, shaping how we manage risk in the age of AI, and developing expertise highly sought after in the financial industry. You'll be part of a team dedicated to building a robust and future-proof risk framework.

How You Succeed

To thrive in this role, you’ll need a proactive mindset, a willingness to learn quickly, and a passion for data. You’ll be expected to embrace the challenges of a dynamic environment, contribute innovative solutions, and communicate complex ideas clearly. Your success will depend on your ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders, analyze data thoughtfully, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our AI governance processes.

What You Do

Your responsibilities will include:

• AI/Model Governance Support: Collaborate with the Responsible AI/Models Lead to assess and evaluate the risks associated with AI models, understanding their potential impact across the bank.
• Model Inventory Management: Assist in maintaining and enhancing our Enterprise Model Inventory System using PowerApp and Power Automate, ensuring data accuracy and streamlined workflows.
• Data Quality Assurance: Participate in reviewing data quality (DQ) results for critical data elements, contributing to the integrity of our data foundation.
• DQ Automation: Leverage Microsoft tools to automate the verification of DQ results for Critical Data Elements (CDEs), ensuring compliance with established policy standards.
• Projects & Analysis: Contribute to projects aimed at improving our AI/Model governance framework and conduct research on industry best practices.
• Ad-hoc tasks: Provide support on other projects and tasks as assigned.

Who You Work With

Group Risk Management is a vital function within OCBC, dedicated to protecting the bank and its stakeholders. The Group Data Management Office is at the heart of this, ensuring data is a trusted asset. You’ll collaborate with a diverse team of data professionals, risk managers, and business stakeholders across OCBC and its overseas subsidiaries, including senior leaders. We champion a culture of continuous learning and collaboration, empowering our team to drive impactful change.

Who You Are

• Open to learning and feedback, with a growth mindset.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to influence through data-driven insights.
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree.
• Interest in AI/model governance, data governance, and risk management.

Learning Objectives

This internship will provide you with:

• Deep Dive into AI Governance: Develop professional skills in responsible AI model governance and risk management practices.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Hone your communication and collaboration skills through interactions with diverse stakeholders across OCBC and its subsidiaries.
• Technical Proficiency: Gain hands-on experience with data management tools and software, including PowerApp, Power Automate, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Problem Solving: Opportunity to influence outcome or discussion with persuasive articulation of analysis backed by data and facts.

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.