Impact Investment and Startup Intern

About Wu Song Capital

Wu Song Capital is a private investment office that backs promising startups across Asia, blending venture capital with hands-on incubation. In addition to working with startups, we are actively involved in mergers and acquisitions, identifying and structuring strategic deals that drive long-term growth.

Unlike traditional finance roles, our work is fast-paced, immersive, and deeply entrepreneurial. This internship provides exposure to both the investment and operational aspects of building businesses. Interns will work directly with our founder a rare opportunity that comes with high expectations and a steep learning curve.

The Role: More Than Just Finance

As an Impact Investment & Startup Intern, you will be at the frontlines of sourcing and evaluating deals while also gaining firsthand exposure to business operations. This role extends beyond financial analysis; you will actively engage with entrepreneurs, assess market opportunities, and contribute to investment decisions.

We believe that the best investors do not just analyse businesses - they build them. That is why interns are required to spend time working on weekends at our founder's children's charity. This hands-on experience provides a deeper understanding of social impact, an essential consideration in investment strategy.

This role is not confined to an office setting. While interns will work remotely from Singapore, they should be prepared to travel across Asia when opportunities arise. Exposure to different startup ecosystems is an integral part of this internship.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Research & Due Diligence – Analyse industries, review business models, and assess financials to identify viable investment opportunities
• Scouting & Sourcing – Identify high-potential startups and M&A opportunities, conduct outreach, and build relationships with founders
• Investment Process Support – Assist in preparing investment memos, presentations, and internal reports for decision-making
• Travel & Startup Immersion – Work remotely while based in Singapore, with opportunities for travel across Asia for market research and business engagements
• Hands-On Teaching – Participate in our founder's children's charity on weekends to gain direct exposure to social impact

Who We Are Looking For

This is not a typical finance internship. We seek individuals who are:

• Entrepreneurial & Resourceful – Passionate about startups, able to take initiative, and comfortable working in unstructured environments
• Impact-Driven – Willing to engage with social initiatives and understand the broader implications of investments
• Finance-Savvy – A background in finance, economics, or business is essential. Prior experience in VC, PE, IB, or consulting is a plus
• Adaptable & Independent – Comfortable working remotely and prepared to travel when necessary
• Resilient & Hardworking – Able to work directly with our founder, meeting high expectations and navigating a demanding learning environment

Internship Details

• Minimum Commitment: 5 months
• Internship Period: March 2026 – August 2026
• Compensation: SGD 800/month
• Location: Remote-first (Singapore) + Regional Travel Opportunities
• Work Expectation: Standard weekdays (3 days) + mandatory weekend work at our founder's children's charity (2 days)
• NYC YCCI Cycle 12: Please ensure that you are eligible for this programme -

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter addressing the following:

• What excites you about impact investing and startups?
• What entrepreneurial experience do you have?
• Why do you want to work at Wu Song Capital?
• What unique skills or experience set you apart from other candidates?
• Are you comfortable working remotely, volunteering on weekends, and traveling?
• What is your commitment period?
• What languages are you fluent in?

Shortlisted candidates will receive a case study; those who pass the case study will move on to the interview stage (online).

Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted ) to complete a case study prior to the interview.

Job Type: Internship

Contract length: 5 months

Pay: $800.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Downtown Core