Internship

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An internship with Singular Asset Management is not for everyone. We are looking for bright and creative individuals who are seeking a rigorous and challenging experience. Your experience at Singular will equip you with personal mentorship, on the job training and exposure to the realities of a fund manager’s working environment.

During your internship, you will have the opportunity to:

  • work closely with our investment professionals
  • participate in investment conferences to meet with the professional managers of listed companies
  • work on projects relating to Asian economies and financial sectors
  • participate in ESG (environmental, social and governance) activities

Requirements

  • Eligible to work in Malaysia
  • Full time degree students in any discipline
  • Completed 2nd year studies
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent
  • Fluent in written and spoken English
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint
  • Excellent inter-personal, analytical, quantitative and communication skills
  • Excellent team player, highly motivated, good integrity with a budding passion to learn and contribute
  • A minimum of 8 weeks commitment

Interested to join our internship program? Submit your resume to intern@singular.com.my (only shortlisted candidates will be notified)

What do past interns have to say of their experience at Singular?

  • Ryan Lee

    Economics and Sustainable Development, Columbia University

    Ryan Lee

    Economics and Sustainable Development, Columbia University

    My experience at Singular has been extremely rewarding. I feel that Singular gives the perfect balance between structure and autonomy. While I had to do a lot of my own independent research for my assignments, I also found that help was always there whenever I needed it. I have done many internships before this but I have never seen a company give as much attention to their interns as Singular does. The tight knit nature of the office culture also allows for meaningful conversations with other colleagues. Throughout my time here, I have learnt a lot about the finance industry and how investment analysts approach companies. The high expectations and friendly people make it the perfect professional environment to thrive in. My time here has been very worthwhile and I am confident that I will be able to apply the knowledge and skills that I have acquired at Singular in my future career.

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  • Nik Marina Binti Nik Ahmad Kamal

    MA (Hons) Accounting and Finance, University of Edinburgh

    Nik Marina Binti Nik Ahmad Kamal

    MA (Hons) Accounting and Finance, University of Edinburgh

    I have always wanted to experience interning at a buy-side company and interning at Singular fulfilled that wish. My tenure at Singular has been nothing but a very valuable experience under my belt. I learned more than I ever expected. The whole experience was a very steep learning curve for me. The flat and open culture of the company made it easy for me to get to know the staffs of the company and asks for help as they are always willing to assist you. From the first day of internship, I had been given the task to do equity research on a company. Besides that, I had the opportunity to attend conferences, company visits, and investor relations conference calls of various companies. All in all, my internship at SAM definitely gave me a small taste of the real world. It also helped reinforce my knowledge of responsibility, focus, drive, and ambition.

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  • Lai Sei Wai

    Bachelor of Finance and Investment, TARC

    Lai Sei Wai

    Bachelor of Finance and Investment, TARC

    Singular assigned me a series of insightful and enriching program. During the internship period, I was given the opportunity to attend conference by an investment bank, conference call with overseas listed company, company quarter result briefing as well as conducting equity research and analysis. During the internship, the team has always been helpful and supportive whenever there were clarifications or challenges.  Singular always make sure that our voice can be heard. Mr. Teoh and the team encourage us to voice out any suggestions.  I would highly recommend anyone who is looking for practical environment to apply for this hands-on internship program.

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  • Daiki Akiyoshi

    Economics and Computer Science Major, Earlham College

    Daiki Akiyoshi

    Economics and Computer Science Major, Earlham College

    The internship at Singular Asset Management (SAM) gave me insight into what a career in an asset management company would be like and equipped me with the skills needed to start a career as an equity research analyst. From the first day of the internship, I was given an opportunity to attend an investor relations conference call with a well-known listed company in Hong Kong. Moreover, I had chances to attend meetings with sell-side research analysts, where I was encouraged to ask questions and participate actively in the discussions. The financial industry is broad, and so are the options when it comes to choosing careers in finance. The opportunities to attend meetings with outside parties and meeting with people from different types of finance careers were valuable for someone like me who aspire to work in the industry. Although I did not have prior experiences in equity research, my mentor and colleagues were always there to help and support my learning process. I am confident to say that the internship at SAM was an invaluable experience for me to build the foundation for investment as well as to understand the complex and broad financial industry.

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  • Farquar Hazmie

    Bachelor of Commerce, University of Auckland

    Farquar Hazmie

    Bachelor of Commerce, University of Auckland

    Spectacular and liberating. My experience here has been one that I will cherish. Mr Teoh and the rest of Singular’s team were incredibly supportive and receptive during my time here. While there is opportunity to attend conferences, analyst briefings and corporate meetings, Singular offers much more. The programme in Singular is structured in a way that enables me to also pursue my personal motivations (non-finance). I gave a presentation on hate crime which enabled me to explore social themes that I am passionate about. It gives me the autonomy to carry out my assignments which is refreshing compared to my other internship experiences. Overall, I can confidently say that this has been the best learning curve for me so far.

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  • Francesco Coppola

    Bachelor in History, London School of Economics and Political Science

    Francesco Coppola

    Bachelor in History, London School of Economics and Political Science

    The Singular internship struck a great balance between training and giving us the independence to stretch ourselves on our own projects. For each project our seniors gave us the tools and advice to analyse companies and their assets, while allowing us to plan and research in our own way. The variety of projects was interesting and taught me how to analyse the details of a particular company and the larger political and economic context. The environment together with the other interns was hard working, but also very friendly and welcoming. Singular made me feel part of the company culture and supported me to grow professionally. Singular is an excellent company to intern with and there are many things to learn from the company and its people. Thank you to the Singular family!

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  • Megan Therese Ng Shu Ying

    BSc (Hons) Economics, London School of Economics and Political Science

    Megan Therese Ng Shu Ying

    BSc (Hons) Economics, London School of Economics and Political Science

    As the name suggests, Singular’s internship programme is one of a kind. Firstly, it gives a holistic experience of what it means to be an investment analyst from financial modelling to visiting corporates. There is the opportunity to attend briefings by research analysts at banks, attend investment conferences and even accompany portfolio managers to visit senior company management. In comparison to my past internship experiences, Singular has given me more responsibility and autonomy early on. The programme at Singular is not limited to staring at Excel spreadsheets all day or photocopying (actually, there is none of that!). Be prepared to give presentations on non-finance related themes and having to try new things. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by the internship. Both by the tasks I did and the diversity of the other interns. Don’t be put off working for a boutique fund. I have found my experience more fruitful and enjoyable than other big names on my CV.

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  • Lim Jin Sean

    Bachelor of International Economics, University of British Columbia

    Lim Jin Sean

    Bachelor of International Economics, University of British Columbia

    My experience at Singular had been worthwhile because of the opportunity as well as the steep learning curve that were provided. Just like the other interns, I had the chance to meet with sell-side analysts and managements of public listed companies in order to grasp a better understanding of brokers and managements’ perspective on the company and industry. While carrying out company research, I also learned about the importance of thinking critically about company’s business model and competitive dynamics. This struck me as relatable to a quote by Charlie Munger that “People calculate too much and think too little” or otherwise people known to Mr. Teoh (Founder) as ‘desktop analysts’.

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  • Teoh Jiah Mae

    Politics and History, New York University

    Teoh Jiah Mae

    Politics and History, New York University

    It was only until I myself started the internship that I found out what an incredible opportunity I was given. Mr Teoh and other mentors guided me throughout my time at Singular, ensuring that I was getting a truly enriching experience. Albeit my limited knowledge on accounting and finance, the discussions and presentations that I sat in have allowed me to expand my knowledge on this field exponentially. Additionally, each intern was given an independent research project to present to the company. My research on the history and geopolitics of changing world systems has been fulfilling. This internship has allowed me to grow in more ways than one can imagine.

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  • Husna Nazrei

    Economics & Political Science, Boston University

    Husna Nazrei

    Economics & Political Science, Boston University

    Of the many valuable aspects of this experience, one that had the most profound impact on me was the mentors. They were very helpful and eager to share their knowledge, insights and advice. They'd also make sure that you have as much opportunity as possible to do things and meet people who would enrich your learning process. You'd be inspired to become a better mentor yourself!

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  • Glanes Soh Woei Ning

    University of Queensland, Bachelor of Economics

    Glanes Soh Woei Ning

    University of Queensland, Bachelor of Economics

    I’m glad that I made the right choice to complete my internship program at Singular. I was given opportunities to attend meetings and conferences to meet professional analysts and top management of several listed companies. Moreover, I got the chance to visit sites, and get additional experience by being part of the video production team to film at a few top companies. What I learned most was from the intellectual discussions, and the valuable feedbacks provided by the mentors. Interns are always encouraged to express creative ideas and to have more in-depth thinking. All in all, my internship at Singular has been eye-opening and a truly rewarding experience!

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  • Amanda Ong Chu Qing

    University of Melbourne, Commerce

    Amanda Ong Chu Qing

    University of Melbourne, Commerce

    Singular’s internship program gave me an opportunity to experience how a career in the financial industry would be like. The challenging tasks given were rewarding and I was given freedom to tackle the task my own way, with opportunities to ask for guidance when needed. The variety of tasks gave me the opportunity to dabble into different industries. I also got the chance to attend a conference which allowed me to meet with senior management of large Malaysian listed companies. Overall I would say that my time here was worthwhile and I highly recommend it.

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  • Yeow Eu Jin

    Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University College London

    Yeow Eu Jin

    Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University College London

    Singular's internship program is well designed in all aspects and my experience here is simply incredible. The work is very challenging and they came in many different forms. Be ready to get out of your comfort zone as Mr Teoh has high expectations for everyone in the office. Curiosity and creativity is encouraged and support is provided when needed. What I enjoyed most is the freedom given to approach each project. I was given full autonomy on the project that I chose, and Singular provided significant support to help me succeed. The company is known for their flat structure and its openness. Singular is agnostic to your education background and past experiences. In fact, Singular celebrates diversity.  The internship program welcomes you if you have the passion to learn and try new things. Coming from an engineering background, I had no prior experience in the finance industry. However, I was able to fully experience working in an asset management company. It was a worthwhile and rewarding experience.

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  • Kok Keng Xin

    Bachelor of Economics & Administration, University of Malaya

    Kok Keng Xin

    Bachelor of Economics & Administration, University of Malaya

    It’s your attitude not your aptitude that determines your altitude”. In Singular Asset Management (SAM), very often that I am always being corrected by the founder of this company- Mr.Teoh, for saying “I will TRY my best”. Instead he told me firmly that “there is no TRY, you must DO it”. His words were imprinted in my mind and I was able to learn more than I was expecting from this internship by doing my best on every delegated tasks. Throughout this internship, I learned to think critically as an investment analyst via conducting research on public listed companies and attending companies’ briefings. I would not have gained much intellectually without the guidance from the investment team in SAM. Apart from doing investment research, I was assigned with other minor projects such as conducting trainings for SAM staff on personal development. I am also glad that I was able to work with a group of passionate staffs in a Fund Raising Charity event for their CSR project. In short, I would highly recommend anyone who’s interested in investment to join SAM internship program and gain more insights about the life of an investment analyst.

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  • Thed Jin Hern

    MPhil in Economics, Oxford University

    Thed Jin Hern

    MPhil in Economics, Oxford University

    If I were to sum up my internship here in three words, they would be: organised, warm, intellectual. The internship programme at Singular Asset Management (SAM) is very organised and structured from day one. The tasks given are generally challenging and deadline driven. They revolve around breaking down a company or industry qualitatively and quantitatively, understanding its key drivers and finding a case for investment. Next, the people here are warm and very receptive to new ideas and suggestions. Lastly, the company has a very intellectual atmosphere with investment books and a wealth of reading material littered around the office. The company have footprints across Asia, so one can gain considerably exposure to international markets through the internship. Senior analysts love talking about business and finance and I would advise future interns to communicate a lot with them.

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  • Ng Chew Hou

    BSc Mathematics and Statistics, Imperial College London, UK

    Ng Chew Hou

    BSc Mathematics and Statistics, Imperial College London, UK

    This internship helped me to gain insight into a career in asset management. I researched and presented on a company, attended an analyst briefing and participated in teleconferences and conferences. I also learned how to use Bloomberg Terminal to complete small assignments throughout the internship. Mr Teoh and his team are always open to questions and new ideas. I would recommend this internship to anyone who would like the experience of being an investment analyst.

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  • Teh Kirk Yung

    Bsc in Economics, London School of Economics and Political Science

    Teh Kirk Yung

    Bsc in Economics, London School of Economics and Political Science

    My experience at Singular was one that really cultivated a holistic insight into the investment industry. The tasks that I was assigned to were challenging yet rewarding, as I was given ample freedom to approach them, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and improve upon critical feedback. The internship isn’t just about work experience; it’s also for you to add value to the company in what they do.

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  • Sharizman Nazri

    BSc Economics, London School of Economics and Political Science

    Sharizman Nazri

    BSc Economics, London School of Economics and Political Science

    My internship at Singular has been nothing short of an invigorating learning experience. The first thing I noticed was the very friendly and flat culture present in Singular where everyone was always willing to have a chat or lend a helping hand. I was given a main research project that was on a property developer in Philippines and I spent the bulk of my time carrying out company research and macro analysis. My mentor was always willing to immediately set aside some time for me whenever I approached him with queries. In between, I would be given some minor assignments by some of the other staff in the office. Also, Mr. Teoh always took great interest in my progress and was also happy to help me with whatever issue I had. Apart from that, I got to attend a conference organized by Maybank, which covered the macroeconomic climate in the world today as well as some equity analysis. This was a very enriching experience for me as I got to meet and socialize with investment analysts from many different firms as well. Overall, this experience has been very beneficial for me and the learning curve is relatively steep.

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  • Chen Yau Fei

    B.A. in Economics, National University of Singapore, Singapore

    Chen Yau Fei

    B.A. in Economics, National University of Singapore, Singapore

    My time with Singular has proven to be extremely worthwhile. I have gained insight into the daily life of an investment analyst. I was tasked to research on convenience retailers in the ASEAN region and was also given the opportunity to meet with the management of these respective companies to supplement my findings. All in all, my internship with Singular has far exceeded my expectations and would recommend it to anyone who’s up for a challenge.

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  • Khoo Ken Ho

    Msc of Banking & Finance, Monash University Melbourne, Australia

    Khoo Ken Ho

    Msc of Banking & Finance, Monash University Melbourne, Australia

    Singular gave me the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in the industry as well as hands-on involvement in the investment world. Singular exposed me to a wide range of events such as conferences, Bloomberg training sessions, conference calls and one-on-one meetings with senior management. It was an amazing experience working under Mr Teoh and his team of experts. I would highly recommend this internship as it proves a full insight of an investment analyst.

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  • Mohamad Hisyam bin Takiudin

    Bsc of Economics & Int Relations, Brown University, US

    Mohamad Hisyam bin Takiudin

    Bsc of Economics & Int Relations, Brown University, US

    You’re not just an intern”. These were words of Mr Teoh that I will never forget. It set a completely different tone than what I expected of the internship. And he really walks the talk. Throughout my time at Singular, I felt like I was actually part of a cohesive team. I was given ample space to have my opinions heard, allowed to explore areas unknown to me, and most of all, entrusted with tasks that seemed monumental as well as of significant importance to the company. If you’re looking for a straight up non-filing nor data entry kind of internship, and one that actually brings value to you, this is the one.

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  • Keanue Goh

    Bsc of Statistics with Finance, London School of Economics, UK

    Keanue Goh

    Bsc of Statistics with Finance, London School of Economics, UK

    During my time with Singular, I was given the opportunity to attend a conference in Singapore on Thailand conglomerates, a forum on RMB and China’s Global Future as well as attending several Bloomberg Terminal training sessions. Besides attending seminars and conferences, I was given tasks focusing on doing macro research as well as doing company specific research. Thus, I would say that this internship has definitely given me a full insight of being an investment analyst!

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  • Ng Sin Seanne

    B.A. Economics & Environmental Studies, Mount Holyoke College, US

    Ng Sin Seanne

    B.A. Economics & Environmental Studies, Mount Holyoke College, US

    My experience at Singular was absolutely rewarding. I was given the opportunity to dabble in a project that allowed me to harness knowledge from both my majors - Economics and Environmental Studies. More importantly, I learnt to have integrity in my work and to do everything with a purpose - core of Singular's work culture.

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  • Daryl Wong Jin Sheung

    University of Queensland, Australia

    Daryl Wong Jin Sheung

    University of Queensland, Australia

    I have always wanted to experience the life of an Equity Analyst, and Singular Asset Management did not disappoint. Throughout my internship, I carried out company analysis and market research across various financial markets. I was also given the opportunity to attend investment conferences, Bloomberg Terminal training sessions as well as multiple meetings with management of public listed companies. The most important lesion I learnt from all of this was that it’s not about finding the right answer; it’s about asking the right questions. The frequent intellectual discussions, guidance and feedback provided by the brilliant investment team are where I learnt the most. They stretched me to think creatively, think critically and ultimately how to ask the right questions in an industry with an infinite amount of answers.

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  • Richard Ong

    Bsc of Commerce, University of Melbourne, Australia

    Richard Ong

    Bsc of Commerce, University of Melbourne, Australia

    Besides attending Bloomberg training sessions and analyst conferences, Singular also gave me the opportunity to meet one-on-one with the Head of Investor Relations of a large listed Malaysian company. Through my engagement in various group projects with my fellow interns, I was able to further develop my teamwork and communication skills. I highly recommend Singular’s internship program to anyone because of the insight it provides into the life of a buy-side investment analyst.

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  • Loo Ming Suey

    Bsc of Banking and Finance, Taylor’s University, Malaysia

    Loo Ming Suey

    Bsc of Banking and Finance, Taylor’s University, Malaysia

    My internship experience at Singular makes what I learn in the classroom much more real and practical. Aside from the brainstorming part for research projects, I had the opportunity to attend conferences and meet with one of the fast growing companies’ management tram during a plant site visit. Singular also sent me for Bloomberg Terminal training sessions to further enhance and equip my research skills. It’s a challenging and non-stop learning experience where you will be multitasking and chasing after deadlines.

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  • Yong Jeffrey

    Bsc (Hons) Finance & Economics, Lancaster University, UK

    Yong Jeffrey

    Bsc (Hons) Finance & Economics, Lancaster University, UK

    Apart from helping my mentor with research, I got to experience practical tasks undertaken by full-time analysts, including management meetings with business leaders, attending conference calls, plant site visits, and Bloomberg Terminal training sessions. Under the supervision of Mr. Teoh and his team, the internship has honed my skills in terms of multitasking, effective communication, teamwork and dealing with deadlines. The internship was challenging at times, but all in all, it has been a very practical and exciting one.

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  • Justin Chan

    Bsc Quantitative Fin/Fin Engineering, Hong Kong University, HK

    Justin Chan

    Bsc Quantitative Fin/Fin Engineering, Hong Kong University, HK

    My internship at Singular has been nothing but eye-opening and worthwhile as I was given plenty of opportunities to engage and learn from the experienced and professionals in the industry. This internship also provided me with a continuous learning platform which enhances my critical thinking and sharpens my thought process. With the guidance of the enthusiastic team at Singular, I was able to develop both my soft and hard skills which will prepare me well for my future endeavours.

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  • Jessie Teoh

    Bsc (Hons) Psychology, University College London, UK

    Jessie Teoh

    Bsc (Hons) Psychology, University College London, UK

    From attending seminars and meeting management of companies, to presenting case studies and conducting market research, the tasks that I were assigned to were varied and interesting, while being challenging at the same time. My critical thinking and communication skills have improved under the very hands-on guidance of the company leaders. It has truly been a fulfilling experience being a part of Singular.

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  • Goh Jane Wei

    Bsc of Business Admin (Finance), University of San Francisco, US

    Goh Jane Wei

    Bsc of Business Admin (Finance), University of San Francisco, US

    Everything I've learned in here so far has been extremely valuable to me. From researching to understand how a company operates to having the opportunity to observe and participate in investor meetings, my perspective in the field of investment has broadened tremendously. I feel very fortunate to have experienced the inner day to day working culture of a top boutique investment firm as well as being able to learn from the great experience of senior staff here at Singular Asset Management. It was a great pleasure to have interned under the mentorship of Mr. Teoh and his wonderful team!

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  • Seow Zi-Wei Andrew

    Bsc of Commerce (Marketing & Finance), University of Melbourne, Australia

    Seow Zi-Wei Andrew

    Bsc of Commerce (Marketing & Finance), University of Melbourne, Australia

    Working with Singular provided me with ample learning opportunities that have induced critical thinking, hard-work, and the initiative for self-development. Under the guidance of the company’s excellent team, I was able to improve on my hard-skills with regards to analyzing information on a macro and micro level, as well as enhance my soft-skills in terms of listening and engaging in meaningful conversations.

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  • Khoo Ken Li

    Msc of Finance, Monash University Melbourne, Australia

    Khoo Ken Li

    Msc of Finance, Monash University Melbourne, Australia

    Singular has given me the opportunity to leverage what I learned at university and apply it to the world of finance. From analyzing a company’s financial report to meeting the management in person, Singular provides the full experience of being an investment analyst.

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  • Jack Chan

    Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, HK

    Jack Chan

    Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, HK

    My time at Singular Asset Management was very rewarding, as I was given opportunities that are rarely granted to people my age, such as meeting with many interesting people and working with specialist equipment.  It was a pretty phenomenal experience.

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  • Cheng Duo-Ren

    University of Michigan, Ann-Arbor, US

    Cheng Duo-Ren

    University of Michigan, Ann-Arbor, US

    I have thoroughly enjoyed my internship with Singular Asset Management. My favorite part of interning with Singular was being able to gain a hands-on experience in the world of finance. The intensive, yet, fulfilling internship programs are so pertinent to my life. Overall, Singular's internship was educational, fun, challenging, and most importantly, inspiring!

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  • Teo Shien-Yin

    University of Southern California, US

    Teo Shien-Yin

    University of Southern California, US

    My experience with Singular Asset Management was an opportunity for me to learn about a wide variety of companies from both strategic and financial viewpoints, separate the signal from the "noise" in data, and work with a highly competent and collaborative team.

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  • Jane Lai

    University Malaya, Malaysia

    Jane Lai

    University Malaya, Malaysia

    Apart from the analytical skills that I have learned, I love the exposure to the company leaders and the working environment which facilitated and promoted learning.

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