About Width

Width is an AI-native compliance platform that unifies KYC, KYB, AML, sanctions screening, fraud detection, transaction monitoring, case management and regulatory reporting into a single connected system. Built on the foundations of an award-winning RegTech platform trusted by 500+ clients across 180+ jurisdictions, Width represents the next-generation evolution: deeper AI automation, a full risk lifecycle approach, and regulator-ready auditability by design.

We serve banks, fintechs, digital asset platforms, insurance companies, corporate service providers and other regulated businesses across APAC and globally. The company is ISO/IEC 27001 certified, a four-time RegTech100 honouree, MAS FinTech Award winner, and a Chartis FCC50 Market Disruptor — and is now expanding into North Asia (Hong Kong, Taiwan, Korea, Japan), MENA and the Americas.

The Role: M&A and Strategic Investments

Identify, evaluate, and prioritize acquisition and investment opportunities across Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and the Middle East.
Conduct commercial, strategic, and competitive analysis on target companies.
Develop investment theses and acquisition rationales.
Prepare target screening reports and investment recommendations for management review.

Financial Analysis & Valuation

Analyze financial statements, SaaS metrics, and operating performance.
Build and maintain financial models and valuation analyses.
Assess acquisition synergies, revenue opportunities, and integration considerations.
Support due diligence and transaction execution activities.

Corporate Development

Support strategic initiatives across Vernal and its portfolio companies.
Evaluate market expansion opportunities, partnership opportunities, and ecosystem development initiatives.
Assist in post-merger integration and value creation initiatives where applicable.

Industry Research

Conduct deep-dive research into RegTech, FinTech, Compliance, Risk Management, and Financial Infrastructure sectors.
Track industry trends, fundraising activity, competitive developments, and M&A transactions.
Produce market maps, industry reports, and strategic insights.

Executive-Level Exposure

Participate in meetings with founders, investors, and senior executives.
Support board materials, investment committee presentations, and transaction-related discussions.

Requirements

Education

Candidates should meet one of the following criteria:

Currently pursuing or recently completed an MBA program; or
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Law, or a related discipline; or
Demonstrated interest and relevant experience in investments, M&A, corporate strategy, consulting, technology, financial services, or entrepreneurship.

Candidates from top universities with strong academic performance are preferred.

Experience

Candidates should meet one of the following criteria:

Option A

Prior internship experience in one or more of the above fields, with demonstrated interest in investments, M&A, corporate strategy, entrepreneurship, or technology sectors.

Option B

MBA candidates with relevant academic, entrepreneurial, consulting, investment, or corporate development experience.

Option C

1–3 years of full-time professional experience in one or more of the following areas:
Investment Banking
Private Equity
Venture Capital
Corporate Development
Strategy Consulting
Transaction Advisory
Technology or Financial Services

Skills

Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong ability to leverage AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, Copilot, or similar platforms) to enhance research, market analysis, workflow automation, and productivity.
Ability to use AI-assisted workflows for industry research, target screening, due diligence preparation, data synthesis, and presentation development.
Ability to analyze business models, market opportunities, and financial performance.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Self-motivated, resourceful, and comfortable working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or strong interest in RegTech, FinTech, Compliance, Risk Management, Financial Infrastructure, SaaS, AI.
Exposure to valuation, financial modeling, due diligence, or transaction processes.
Familiarity with SaaS business models and recurring revenue metrics.
Fluency in English; Mandarin is a strong advantage.

Internship Details

Location: Singapore
Duration: 6 months
Full-time preferred
Potential conversion to a full-time Investment Analyst or Corporate Development Analyst role based on performance

What You Will Gain

Direct exposure to live cross-border M&A and investment transactions.
Opportunity to work closely with founders, investors, and senior executives.
Hands-on experience in target screening, valuation, due diligence, transaction execution, and strategic analysis.
Exposure to rapidly growing sectors including AI, RegTech, FinTech, and Digital Assets.
Significant learning, mentorship, and career development opportunities within a fast-growing investment and operating platform.

Success Metrics

During the internship, you may be expected to:

Research and evaluate potential acquisition or investment targets.
Develop and maintain target company databases across priority markets.
Prepare industry research reports and market maps.
Support active M&A and strategic investment projects.
Contribute to investment memorandums, valuation analyses, and management presentations.
Assist with founder outreach, due diligence, terms negotiation and transaction coordination.

Investment Intern

Intern

Intern, Commercial Analytics