Corporate Governance Research Intern (Mandarin Speaker)
Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) · Singapore · Internship
Quick Summary
- Analyze corporate governance and financial data to write research reports on China and Taiwan companies
- Issue proxy vote recommendations for shareholder meetings in China and Taiwan
- Develop expertise in corporate governance and engage with company executives and investors
Full Description
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OVERVIEW
ISS STOXX is seeking a few full-time Governance Research Interns for the 2026 Proxy Season! This position will be based in Singapore and would mainly cover the China and Taiwan Market from April 27-June 12, 2026 (7 weeks).
RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyze corporate governance and financial information to process data and write research reports on publicly traded companies mainly in mainland China and Taiwan;
Issue proxy vote recommendations for shareholder meetings of the companies mainly listed in stock exchanges in mainland China and Taiwan;
Develop market expertise in corporate governance, investment, and shareholder issues gathered through research and potential engagement with company executives, institutional investors, and government/regulatory/listing authorities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Undergraduate or graduate students majored in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Statistics or any related fields, or equivalent experience;
Must have strong oral and written communication skills in Chinese (both simplified and traditional) and English;
Able to work independently and in a team environment, as well as under tight deadlines;
Analytical and detail-oriented, have a keen sense of judgment, and be goal-oriented;
Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks;
Proficiency in the use of web-based and Microsoft Office applications;
Passion for corporate governance research;
Experience and knowledge of corporate governance and proxy voting issues is preferred;
Eligibility to work is required
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What You Can Expect from Us
At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.
Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.
Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.
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About ISS STOXX
ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.
Founded in 1985 as Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) Inc., ISS Governance is a leading global provider of independent and objective shareholder meeting research and recommendations, providing multiple voting policy choices as well as end-to-end workflow solutions for institutional investors. More than 1,600 clients worldwide utilize ISS Governance’s actionable expertise to help them make informed investment stewardship decisions, and to help them manage their voting responsibilities. Covering over 50,000 meetings annually, ISS Governance leverages its extensive global footprint, deep experience, high quality data and analysis, unified client support, and technology infrastructure to continuously evolve and extend its innovative suite of solutions to meet clients’ evolving portfolio, fiduciary, and stewardship requirements.
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