ING WB Asia Internship Programme 2027

At ING, we're redefining what it means to be a bank, and we're looking for students who are curious, proactive, and eager to make a meaningful impact. If you're excited to learn, challenge the status quo, collaborate with diverse teams, and turn ideas into action, our internship programme offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop your skills, and contribute to an international organisation that values continuous growth and innovation.

Department/Function: Sectors

Team: Metals, Mining and Fertilisers

Internship Period: 6 months ; January-June

About ING Bank

We began operating in Singapore in 1987 where we host the regional Asia Pacific headquarters. With over 300 financial experts, we are the largest wholesale banking branch in Asia. ING stands out in the Asia Pacific region because we go a step further for our customers. We look at things from the clients perspective which allows us to construct tailor-made solutions to fit the needs of every company we serve. This mentality underpins all our client relations and has produced various prestigious awards.

Our internship programme offers more than just on-the-job experience. Through structured onboarding, development initiatives, cross-functional networking opportunities, project showcases and an intern alumni community, you'll gain valuable exposure, build meaningful connections and develop skills for your future career.

What does the Metals, Mining and Fertilisers (MMF) Team do in ING?

MMF APAC is responsible for relationships and business development with Asian and Australian ING WB Clients who have metals and mining activities in countries from China, Mongolia, Indonesia and Australia. The MMF sector covers the following industries: copper mining & smelting, iron ore mining, bauxite mining (and associated aluminum smelting and refining), nickel mining and processing and gold mining and processing. With the global transition to an energy system based on renewables expected to lead to a sharp increase in demand for critical minerals, there is a growing focus on critical battery minerals such as lithium and nickel, across the mining, smelting and precursor segments.

ING has consistently held a top-3 spot in the global league tables as a lead arranger in mining transactions, with a very strong track record in project finance. MMF provides (structured) corporate debt solutions for the mining sector to finance acquisitions, mine expansions, greenfield construction, or to refinance existing debt. Besides supporting clients through structured lending, the team works together with other products teams to provide clients access to a whole suite of banking products i.e. advisory services, financial markets, debt capital markets etc.

What will you be doing?

We are looking for a intern to join the MMF team where there will be opportunities to work alongside our relationship managers and deal principals in the business. The intern will be part of the client deal teams and assist in the following:

• Preparation of various client pitches;
• Preparation and writing of credit papers for structured lending transactions;
• Research on prospect companies and for strategy papers;
• Internal reports and dashboards for reporting and research purposes;
• Other adhoc 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 the country of internship (Singapore);
• Strong interest in commodity markets;
• Familarity with Excel (Visual Basics) and Powerpoint;
• Strong financial and analytical skills;
• Experience with data visualization;
• Must possess a hands-on, can do mentality;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, strong team player;
• Fluent in English, both verbally and written

What would you gain from this internship?

• Indepth exposure to various commodities and markets;
• Opportunity to work with a market leading metals and mining franchise;

Need more information? 

For information on ING Wholesale Bank, visit https://www.ingwb.com/ (opens in new window)

For information on careers, visit https://www.ing.jobs/Global/Careers.htm (opens in new window)

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (DIB) 

INGs vision is to unlock our peoples full potential through our inclusive culture where everyone has the opportunity to develop and have impact for our customers and society. To achieve this vision, our policies support diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind with regard to age, gender, gender identity, cultural background, experience, religion, race, ethnicity, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, social origin, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require any assistance or if we can accommodate you in any way when participating in our application and/or interview process, please email the recruiting contact listed for the relevant position. We will be happy to work with you to ensure a fair and accessible process. Read more about our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging here (opens in new window).