Intern, Compliance

Role summary

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The Compliance Intern supports SATS’s compliance and governance activities in Singapore. Typical responsibilities may include assisting with policy reviews, maintaining compliance records, conducting research on regulations, preparing reports, supporting audits, and helping monitor internal controls. Candidates are generally expected to be pursuing a diploma or degree in business, law, finance, risk management, or a related discipline. Strong attention to detail, analytical and communication skills, confidentiality, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are valuable. The role suits someone who is organised, curious about regulatory requirements, able to work with different teams, and willing to learn in a fast-paced aviation and food-solutions environment.

About the employer

SATS Ltd is a Singapore-based provider of food solutions and gateway services, supporting airlines, airports, hospitality businesses, institutions, and other customers across Asia and international markets. Its operations include airline catering, food production, aviation logistics, passenger services, baggage handling, cargo handling, and airport-related support. The company works with airlines and major travel hubs to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient services behind the passenger journey. SATS places strong emphasis on food safety, operational excellence, security, compliance, innovation, and sustainability. With a large multicultural workforce and extensive regional presence, the company offers exposure to aviation, supply chains, hospitality, food manufacturing, technology, and corporate functions. Its Singapore headquarters and airport operations provide a structured environment for interns and early-career employees to gain practical experience in a global business.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island with opportunities in aviation, logistics, finance, technology, healthcare, hospitality, food services, and multinational companies. The culture is multicultural and generally professional, with English widely used at work alongside Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil. Public transport is efficient, healthcare is strong, and neighborhoods offer varied dining, shopping, parks, and entertainment. Housing can be expensive, especially near the city center, so shared accommodation or areas close to MRT lines may be more affordable. International interns should confirm whether their employer arranges the appropriate Training Employment Pass, Training Work Permit, or other permitted status; visitors cannot work without authorization. Employment pass requirements depend on the role, salary, qualifications, and employer sponsorship. New arrivals should budget for rent, transport, insurance, and daily expenses, and check Singapore’s official immigration rules before relocating.