Intern, Global Markets Research

Why ING?

The world of banking is changing faster than ever. That’s why we at ING are always broadening our horizons. Our people have a forward-thinking mentality, a strong can-do spirit and enjoy working in an agile environment.

ING in Asia Pacific

In Asia Pacific, ING offers wholesale banking across 11 markets, namely Australia, China, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, and Vietnam.

ING offers both retail and wholesale banking services in Australia. ING’s regional presence includes a 13% stake in Bank of Beijing, China and a 30% stake in TMBThanachart Bank in Thailand.

What would you be doing?

This role will join the APAC research team which is composed of economists covering regional economies and a commodities strategist. Your day-to-day tasks will include helping the APAC research team by assisting them with data management, publication of reports, market update calls, as well as helping with regular client, internal, and media requests. You will also help with in-depth thematic research projects.

What qualities, skills and other criteria are we looking for?

We are looking for a passionate individual who meets the following criteria: 

• You should have legal work rights in Hong Kong.

• You will be self-motivated and interested in the world of economics and markets in which the team works.

• You are innovative and proactive and willing to engage with colleagues and bring new ideas to the table.

• Prior knowledge of financial databases such as Bloomberg and CEIC is advantageous but not mandatory.

• Proficiency in spoken and written English is mandatory, Chinese proficiency is a major advantage.

What would you gain from this internship?

• Build your knowledge- you’ll be given the opportunity to build on your knowledge across economics, financial markets as well as commodity markets. You will be learning from team members who have a deep and extensive background in economics and markets.

• Potential to grow- we’ll back you to develop into an even more awesome version of yourself.

• Open culture- every voice gets heard. If you have an idea you are encouraged to share regardless of your position.

• Work-life balance-  we do offer flexibility when it comes to working times. We understand that it can be difficult to juggle a full-time internship and studies.

Need more information?

For information on ING Wholesale Bank, visit https://www.ingwb.com/

For information on careers, visit https://www.ing.jobs/Global/Careers.htm

This is a six month full time Internship position starting from June/July 2026.