People Scientist (Research) Intern

About the role

The People Science team, part of Grab's Office of Organisational Capabilities, uses people data, research and AI to help understand workforce trends and inform decisions. As a People Research Scientist Intern, you will apply research methods, quantitative analysis and AI-enabled tools to questions about people and organisations. This is a full-time, onsite internship at Grab's One North office in Singapore, reporting to the Head, People Science.

Key responsibilities

• Help build an organisational listening and action engine using employee survey, behavioural and operational data to diagnose organisational health and workforce trends.
• Design and test AI-enabled workflows or agents supporting research, data analysis, hypothesis evaluation and insight generation, and review their outputs for accuracy and limitations.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research using surveys, interviews, literature reviews and statistical analysis.
• Formulate research hypotheses and evaluate People programmes using experimental, quasi-experimental or econometric methods.
• Collaborate with senior team members to turn empirical research and analytics into clear recommendations.
• Contribute to self-service tools, AI agents or data products that let non-technical users access people insights.

Required profile

• Currently enrolled in a Master's or PhD programme in Organisational Psychology, Business Analytics, Organisational Behaviour, Economics or a related field.
• Practical knowledge of research design and ability to choose appropriate qualitative or quantitative methods.
• Coursework or research experience in statistical modelling, econometrics, psychometrics, causal inference or behavioural science.
• Experience engaging with AI tools and technologies responsibly, with awareness of privacy and bias.

Required skills

• At least one analytical language: SQL, Python or R.
• Ability to write clear written findings and recommendations for different audiences.

What we offer

• Medical insurance plans.
• Annual leave, medical leave and hospitalisation leave.
• Flexible work arrangements to balance study and personal life.
• Community involvement through LASA programs.