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Handshakes is an award-winning DataTech company. We enable our clients to make safer, more informed decisions by delivering meaningful insights, harnessed from reliable data.

We are running our Internship Program for 2026, and we want to hear from the students. This internship is ideal for students or early-career individuals that are passionate about financial markets, data analysis, and operational excellence. You will gain hands-on exposure to real world datasets, workflow automation, and cross-functional collaboration—building the foundations needed to step into a full-time Data Operations role in the future.

This is an internship opportunity that designed for learning and growth with a potential conversion to a full-time role.

What You’ll Learn & Do

Data Extraction & Analysis (Training + Hands-On Practice)

• Learn how to analyze corporate announcements, annual reports, IPO prospectuses, stock exchange filings, and public sources.
• Assist in extracting and validating relationships between people and companies
• Help review large volumes of documents and articles, learning how to interpret and categorize key information.
• Support background checks and screenings using internal and external databases.
• Review preliminary AI-generated predictions for consistency and accuracy.

Process Optimization & Automation (Exposure + Participation)

• Observe and identify repetitive manual tasks under guidance.
• Contribute ideas or feedback to improve internal tools and processes.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• May work alongside Product, Engineering, and Data Analytics teams to support data-driven projects.
• Assist in documentation, workflow guides, and knowledge-sharing materials.

Reporting & Custom Requests

• Support the preparation of simple data summaries or reports.
• Learn how to extract insights from internal databases and external sources.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Finance, Data, or related fields is an advantage but not required.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with high attention to detail.
• Familiarity with corporate structures or company disclosures is a plus (training will be provided).
• Comfortable with Excel and PowerPoint; exposure to SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or Python is a bonus.
• Ability to read/write Mandarin is an advantage (not required).

Your Traits

• Curious, eager to learn, and proactive in seeking knowledge.
• Enjoy solving problems and exploring how things work.
• Able to work independently while being a supportive team member.
• Organized, good at managing time, and comfortable working with deadlines.
• Open to feedback, continuous improvement, and adopting smarter workflows.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful exposure to real financial market data and operational processes.
• Mentorship from experienced team members.
• Opportunities to build practical skills that prepare you for a full-time Data Operations role.
• A collaborative environment where your questions and ideas are valued.

If you’re excited to explore the world of financial data operations and want an internship that builds your capabilities for future career opportunities, we’d love to meet you.

To apply, please complete the following steps:

i. Access to this link to register: Handshakes Internship Program 2026 – Fill out form
ii. Email a copy of your CV/résumé to hr-recruitment@handshakes.ai  

Handshakes is an award-winning DataTech company. We enable our clients to make safer, more informed decisions by delivering meaningful insights, harnessed from reliable data.

We are running our Internship Program for 2026, and we want to hear from students who are ready to roll up their sleeves and build things that matter. As an Software Engineering Intern at Handshakes, you will work on real projects, contribute to real products, and be mentored by engineers who genuinely care about your growth.

If you love solving problems through code and want hands-on experience with modern technologies from day one, this is the place for you.

You can look forward to:

• Owning pieces of the software development lifecycle — from design and development through to testing, deployment and beyond
• Collaborating with engineers to define features and translate ideas into working software
• Building products on modern architecture and frameworks that are actually used by our clients

We are interested to speak to you if you are:

• Currently pursuing a Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field
• Someone who builds or tinkers in your spare time — personal projects, hackathons, open source contributions — all count
• Exposure to JavaScript or C# is a bonus, but your curiosity and willingness to learn matter more than your tech stack

To apply, please complete the following steps:
i. Access to this link to register: Handshakes Internship Program 2026 – Fill out form
ii. Email a copy of your CV/résumé to hr-recruitment@handshakes.ai

Handshakes is an award-winning DataTech company. We enable our clients to make safer, more informed decisions by delivering meaningful insights, harnessed from reliable data.

As part of our ongoing efforts to encourage, mould and bring in promising young talents, we are running our Internship Program for 2026.  Join Handshakes as an Intern and challenge yourself to think out of the box, learn new skills and develop a practical hands-on experience.  While working on exciting projects, you will be mentored and guided all throughout. 

We are looking for Interns who are curious, technically inclined and interested in building a career in technology.  If you are passionate about getting into a Product Management role where you get to work with innovative products using cutting-edge modern technologies, come and join us here at Handshakes.

You can look forward to:

• Lead product discovery research — conduct user interviews, competitor analysis, and market research to surface unmet needs across our KYC, due diligence, and data analytics product suite
• Drive feature enhancement initiatives — identify friction points in existing products (App, Datamart, API), synthesise user feedback, and translate findings into clear, prioritised feature recommendations
• Collaborate cross-functionally — work closely with Engineering, Data, Sales, and Client Success teams to align on product requirements, communicate trade-offs, and ensure smooth feature delivery

We are interested to speak to you if you are:

• Currently pursuing a Degree in Business, Technology, or a related field — e.g. Business Analytics, Computer Science, AI, Information Systems, or Management
• Strong English communication skills — able to write crisp PRDs, research summaries, and stakeholder updates, and present ideas clearly and confidently in meetings
• Self-starter with a bias for action — you don’t wait to be told what to do; you spot a problem, take ownership, and follow through
• Curiosity and analytical thinking — comfortable diving into data, asking hard questions, and forming your own point of view, even with imperfect information

Bonus if you have an interest or experience in Fintech, RegTech, Compliance, or APAC Business Data.

To apply, please complete the following steps:
i. Access to this link to register: Handshakes Internship Program 2026 – Fill out form
ii. Email a copy of your CV/résumé to hr-recruitment@handshakes.ai  

Handshakes is an award-winning DataTech company. We enable our clients to make safer, more informed decisions by delivering meaningful insights, harnessed from reliable data.

As part of our ongoing efforts to encourage, mould and bring in promising young talents, we are running our Internship Program for 2026.  Join Handshakes as an Intern and challenge yourself to think out of the box, learn new skills and develop a practical hands-on experience.  While working on exciting projects, you will be mentored and guided all throughout. 

We are looking for Interns who are curious, technically inclined and interested in building a career in technology.  If you are passionate about getting into a data analytics role where you get to work with innovative products using cutting-edge modern technologies, come and join us here at Handshakes.

You can look forward to:

• Analyzing data, extracting insights, and presenting findings through reports and visualizations
• Contributing to the development and support of the data warehouse
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and metrics

We are interested to speak to you if you are:

• Currently pursuing a Degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics or any other related studies.
• Has project exposures or good knowledge in SQL, Excel, and at least one programming language (such as R or Python)
• Has project exposures or good knowledge in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Detail-oriented with a logical and clear-thinking process

To apply, please complete the following steps:
i. Access to this link to register: Handshakes Internship Program 2026 – Fill out form
ii. Email a copy of your CV/résumé to hr-recruitment@handshakes.ai  

Handshakes is an award-winning DataTech company. We enable our clients to make safer, more informed decisions by delivering meaningful insights, harnessed from reliable data.

We are running our Internship Program for 2026, and we are looking for students who are fascinated by how systems get attacked — and how to stop it. As a Security Operations Intern at Handshakes, you will get your hands on real security challenges, work alongside experienced practitioners, and come away with experience that most graduates never get.

If you are the kind of person who reads about CVEs for fun or wonders what is really happening beneath the surface of a network, we want to talk to you.

You can look forward to:

• Monitoring and investigating real security events and alerts across our infrastructure
• Getting involved in incident response and contributing to how we improve after each one
• Supporting vulnerability assessments and security audits on live environments
• Working hands-on with cloud security tooling

We are interested to speak to you if you are:

• Currently pursuing a Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity or a related field
• Familiar with networking fundamentals or operating systems — you don’t need to be an expert, but you should know your way around
• Someone who is methodical, curious and doesn’t panic when things look broken

To apply, please complete the following steps:
i. Access to this link to register: Handshakes Internship Program 2026 – Fill out form
ii. Email a copy of your CV/résumé to hr-recruitment@handshakes.ai

Handshakes is an award-winning DataTech company. We enable our clients to make safer, more informed decisions by delivering meaningful insights, harnessed from reliable data.

One of our core offerings is the Data Solution – providing structured, corporate-related data across ASEAN markets. We empower clients with seamless access to registry data, ownership structures, financials, and more – enabling smarter decisions at scale.

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Data Sales Specialist to lead the growth of our data solutions business. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in corporate data, capable of driving go-to-market (GTM) execution from scratch and building deep client relationships across ASEAN.

Key Responsibilities

1. Define Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy
   Work with your manager to shape and refine your GTM strategy for Handshakes’ data solutions across target industries and customer segments.
   
   
2. Territory Planning & Sales Execution
   Identify and plan your sales territory in collaboration with the lead generation team to ensure focused sales execution.
   
   
3. Pipeline Development & Deal Closure
   Aggressively build your sales pipeline and take full ownership of nurturing opportunities from prospecting to closing.
   
   
4. Own Revenue KPIs
   Take responsibility for meeting and exceeding sales quotas and revenue goals.
   
   
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
   Collaborate with the marketing and data analytics teams to refine offerings and GTM strategy based on real-time market feedback.
   
   
6. Strategic Account Management
   Build and expand long-term relationships with key strategic accounts to drive repeat business and upsell opportunities.

To qualify for this role, you would have:

• 6-8 years of B2B sales experience, preferably in data solution, information services.
  
  
• Strong network within one (or more) of the mentioned industries: business information, Financial Servies (Banking & Investment), RegTech (KYB/KYC, Risk Management), Business Intelligence & Credit reporting, Big 4 or more.
  
  
• Proven success in new business development, pipeline building, and closing enterprise deals.
  
  
• A self-starter with independent thinking and creative problem-solving skills – someone who thrives in building from scratch.
  
  
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  
  
• Familiarity with regulated industries (e.g., financial services, legal, capital markets, compliance) is a plus.

We are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this hiring. 

Submit your application to aili.ong@handshakes.ai

Handshakes is an award-winning DataTech company. We enable our clients to make safer, more informed decisions by delivering meaningful insights, harnessed from reliable data. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a Product Manager with a passion for data-driven innovation and experience in the KYB/KYC, compliance, RegTech, or corporate intelligence space.

This Product Manager role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of regulatory use cases, data feeds, and AI solutions—and is ready to drive the next generation of Handshakes’ Data & AI offerings.

As a Product Manager, the key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Define and execute product strategy and roadmap for Data & AI products, including solutions in KYB/KYC, due diligence, and corporate compliance.
• Work with cross-functional teams—engineering, design, sales, and marketing—to drive product development from concept to launch.
• Gather and prioritize customer and market requirements, translating them into actionable product features.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities in RegTech and data services.
• Champion the voice of the customer and ensure product-market fit through continuous iteration and feedback.

To qualify for this role, you would have:  

• 3–5 years of product management experience, ideally in RegTech, compliance, or corporate data environments.
• Familiarity with corporate data, data feeds, APIs, and corporate intelligence use cases such as due diligence and risk screening.
• Experience working with data-centric products or AI-powered solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to align diverse teams around a common product vision.
• Analytical thinking with a user-first mindset and an eagerness to solve complex business problems through product innovation.

We also encourage individuals with a strong background in Compliance analysis, particularly those with experience in KYC/KYB processes, regulatory frameworks, and data analysis, who are looking to pivot their careers into a Product Manager to apply.

We are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this hiring. 

Submit your application to aili.ong@handshakes.ai

Handshakes is an award-winning DataTech company. We enable our clients to make safer, more informed decisions by delivering meaningful insights, harnessed from reliable data.

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Data Engineer to lead the evolution of our data ecosystem. You will be the primary architect of our data pipelines, responsible for transforming raw data into high-quality, actionable insights using the Medallion Architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold).

Beyond technical execution, you will serve as a technical pillar for the engineering team—mentoring junior talent, setting coding standards, and bridging the gap between complex data strategy and business value.

Key Responsibilities

• Architecture & Design: Lead the design and implementation of scalable, end-to-end data pipelines. You will own the transition and refinement of our data into a Medallion design pattern, ensuring data integrity at every layer.
• Pipeline Engineering: Develop robust ETL/ELT processes that handle large-scale data ingestion, transformation, and storage.
• Production Excellence (DAO & DE Integration): Take full ownership of the data lifecycle. This includes managing production tickets, troubleshooting pipeline failures, and performing root cause analysis (RCA). You will lead the “Data Ops” mindset, ensuring high availability and reliability of production data assets.
• Stakeholder & Delivery Management: Partner with Delivery Managers and business stakeholders to align technical roadmaps with project timelines. You will be the technical voice in the room ensuring that pipelines meet all Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs) – including security, scalability, latency, and data privacy—mandated by our data sources.
• Technical Leadership: Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for data engineering best practices. You’ll conduct code reviews, define CI/CD workflows, and ensure the team adheres to high engineering standards.
• Mentorship: Dedicate time to coaching and upskilling mid-level and junior engineers. You aren’t just a “doer”; you are a multiplier who elevates the entire team’s technical bar.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Product Managers to understand data requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

 Leadership & Soft Skills

• Mentorship Mindset: A proven track record of helping peers grow their technical skills.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to look beyond the immediate sprint to see how data architecture supports long-term business goals.
• Communication: Ability to explain complex technical why’s to non-technical stakeholders.

Technical Qualifications

Submit your application to aili.ong@handshakes.ai

This role will require working with your Singapore HQ and Vietnam counterparts to cover the Asian Financial Markets. As a Business Network Analyst, you will need to work with the team to extract key information of public companies for our clients, who rely on us to make vital business decisions.

We are looking for candidates who have a keen eye for detail; it is important that key information of public companies extracted and documented are precise. We move quickly as we need to ensure these information from public listed disclosures are up to date.

Candidates are required to have taken either the JELA (JobStreet English Language Assessment) or MUET (Malaysian University English Test) before applying.

Interested candidates, please submit your resume to hr-sg@handshakes.ai