Overview
UOB’s Innovation Group is looking for a driven Graduate Trainee who wants to work at the intersection of technology, strategy, and transformation. In this role, you’ll support innovation projects, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and help the bank evaluate emerging technologies. It’s an opportunity to experience how a major financial institution builds the future of banking.
What You'll Get Out of This Internship
- Firsthand exposure to innovation project management in a leading regional bank
- Experience working with emerging tech, data tools, and productivity-enhancing AI
- Portfolio-ready work in dashboards, reports, and strategic presentations
- Mentorship from innovation leads and access to cross-functional collaboration
- A deeper understanding of how large organisations drive change at scale
Key Responsibilities
- Track and document progress across multiple innovation projects to keep teams aligned and informed
- Gather, analyse, and visualise data to support decision-making and performance reporting
- Maintain and enhance dashboards, trackers, and project monitoring tools
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to support collaboration efforts
- Prepare slides, summaries, and meeting materials for leadership and project reviews
- Assist in planning and running workshops, training sessions, and internal events
- Provide administrative and logistical support to ensure smooth project execution
Requirements
- Recent graduate in Business, Finance, Communications, Computer Science, Data Analytics, AI, or similar
- Comfortable with Excel, PowerPoint, and analytical platforms (e.g., Power BI, Qlik Sense)
- Curious about innovation, emerging tech, and digital transformation
- Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work independently
- Strong communicator who enjoys working with different teams
- Eager to learn and comfortable juggling multiple tasks
Who This Internship Is Ideal For
Someone who enjoys solving problems, loves working with data, and wants a behind-the-scenes view of how a major bank designs new ideas and drives innovation.
About the Company
United Overseas Bank (UOB) is one of Asia’s most established financial institutions, with more than 80 years of history and a network spanning 19 markets. Known for its focus on long-term growth, responsible banking, and regional strength, UOB combines tradition with forward-thinking innovation to support individuals and businesses across Asia.
Internship Details
Location: Singapore
Duration: GRIT Programme (full-time traineeship period)
Commitment: Full-time
Working Arrangement: Onsite/Hybrid (as determined by UOB)
Stipend: To be discussed
Application Deadline: Rolling
