As the institutional representative of over 45 million businesses in more than 170 countries, the International Chamber of Commerce operates with a core mission to make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere.

We act as the primary voice of the real economy in a range of intergovernmental organisations – from the World Trade Organization to the UN climate process – championing the needs of local business in global decision making.

The convening power of our global network enables us to set rules and standards that facilitate over $17 trillion dollars in trade each year – as well as providing tailored products and digital services that directly address the real challenges faced by businesses operating internationally. We also provide the world's premier private global dispute resolution services, leveraging ICC's unique independence, integrity, and expertise.

The role

ICC Asia is looking for one project implementation intern in Singapore to support its work with the Digital Standards Initiative.

The Digital Standards Initiative – within ICC Asia in Singapore – aims to digitalise global trade by promoting regulatory reform and harmonised digital trade standards, which support businesses to make the move from analogue to digital in their trade and supply chains.

About the role

Your key responsibilities will include:

Contribute to DSI by assisting in the implementation and operation support of ongoing projects that enable the adoption of digital trade standards and practices worldwide. Such projects could cover any or all of the following action areas:
Operationalising digital trade standards, by supporting pilots or proofs-of-concepts with various industry stakeholders and drafting the reports which communicate the impact and potential of such initiatives.
Analysing and mapping the use of data used in digital trade documentation for sustainability and supply chain carbon emissions accounting;
Development of digital supply chain readiness and assessment programmes through working with industry leaders, standards organizations and others on training and assessment materials.
The diverse audiences that we seek to engage and inspire include corporates, industry associations, technology solution providers, governments and inter-government organisations.

What we offer

A dynamic, collaborative and caring work environment in an international setting
Opportunities to continually learn
The chance to make a meaningful impact
Partial work from home opportunities
A monthly gratification of S$1,000 for 20 hrs/week; S$1,500 for 30+ hrs/week

Ready to join us

Requirements

Do not hesitate to apply if you:

Singaporean, Permanent Resident or exchange students with permission to work in Singapore
Interns are required to handle their own travel and accommodation arrangements for the duration of their internship. ICC does not provide scholarships or fellowships
BA, BS or MBA candidate or graduate with an interest in digital economy, sustainability, trade and supply chain
Previous work experience (could be internship, summer job, or other experiences) in a bank, professional services organisation, law office, or anywhere along the supply chain (factory, port, etc.) would be an asset
Good English communications skills – oral, written – and in various formats (e.g., argument, bullet point / presentation, essay)

Terms and conditions

Important information before applying:

Interns are required to handle their own travel and accommodation arrangements for the duration of their internship. ICC does not provide scholarships or fellowships.
Based at our office in Singapore.
You must have the right to work in Singapore or qualify for a Training Employment Pass or Work Holiday Visa.

Estimated start date: January 2027

Department: Digital Standards Initiative

Location: Singapore

Contract type and duration: Three-month internship, part time.

At ICC, we make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere. And when we say everyone, we mean it. We celebrate the diversity of our people and strive to inspire acceptance, cultivate a culture where difference matters, inclusion is essential, and equality of opportunity is for everyone

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