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Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)

Sustainable Finance Internship Programme

Public sector
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Internship Duration
1 - 3 months
Status
Closed
Education Level
Undergraduates
Application Method
Apply through the online portal

About Sustainable Finance Internship Programme

The programme aims to contribute to Hong Kong's overall ESG capacity building and professional skills development; and support the career development of university students who have an interest in sustainable finance by providing them with exposure to policy setting and implementation.  

The programme is offered twice a year and is scheduled as follows:

Summer Internship

Application start from March. The internship period is usually between June to August. 

Winter Internship

Application start from August. The internship period is usually between November to January.

  • Support local and international policy setting work including Hong Kong’s sustainability and climate reporting initiatives and carbon market development
  • Research on international climate and sustainability policies and initiatives, carbon removal / reduction projects and global carbon markets
  • Assist with the vetting of ESG related product applications
  • Undergraduates, preferably in their penultimate year of study, majoring in Law, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management, Information Technology or other environmental- or sustainability-related disciplines. 
  • With strong interest to gain knowledge & experience in sustainable finance.
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
  • Possess a strong sense of responsibility and impeccable integrity.
  • Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese.
  • Proficient in PC applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Last update : 23 October 2024
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