Nicole CHEUNG (QSA) Finance - Global Treasury & CIB Data & Analytics Intern, HSBC Nicole (center) spent a year on a student work placement across HSBC’s Data & Analytics team and Finance Treasury team, gaining exposure to diverse bank functions. Applying the data analysis techniques learned from her QSA major to financial datasets, she focused on liquidity and equity management. During her placement, Nicole contributed to interpreting financial data and supporting treasury regulatory reporting, deepening her understanding of daily banking workflows and how analytical skills translate to the practical financial world. Moreover, her participation in HSBC’s volunteer initiatives added a meaningful community dimension to her internship experience. Vinky NG (QSA) Business Development Intern, Hong Kong Tourism Board Vinky has worked at the Hong Kong Tourism Board as a Business Development Intern. The experience allowed her to gain valuable experience in content management and brand background research. During her internship, she supported the Outstanding QTS Merchant Service Staff Awards Event Support, coordinating with local brands and vendors to ensure effective communication. The internship has provided her with valuable exposure to workplace practices and professional collaboration. Through the guidance of her supervisor and colleagues, Vinky was able to observe and learn to support the operation and decision-making of the team. This experience has helped Vinky strengthen her attention to detail, improve her communication and organizational skills, and develop a more professional attitude toward teamwork. Overall, the internship has been a meaningful learning journey that has prepared her for future career development. Lydia LIN (QSA) Summer Intern, Sino Group, Singapore As a trainee at Sino Group in Singapore, Lydia gained hands-on experience in hotel management operations and providing luxury service. Working closely with cross-functional teams such as the guest relation team, she focused on optimizing operational workflows and delivering final outcomes to guests. Additionally, having completed a 2-day Forbes training program, she integrated professional communication strategies into her daily projects. This unique experience broadened her understanding of the real estate sector, hospitality and hotel management. Grounded in her Quantitative Social Analysis training at HKUST, Lydia was able to translate complex data into practical insights, making her journey at Sino Group both professionally rewarding and personally enriching. 9
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