Hi! My name is Jerome Ong
Growing up in a relatively liberal household in Singapore has taught me the power of effective communication. Since my youth, I have participated in numerous public speaking-related and adjacent activities, such as debate, Model United Nations, and oratorical competitions, all of which have helped me recognise the importance of communication and discourse in today's society. As I grow older and encounter more of the real world, I continue to refine my understanding of the power of communication. While free expression is a powerful tool for change, it can become a double-edged sword if wielded incorrectly. Thus, I created The Unspoken Policy - an organisation encouraging youths to enact social change through effective communication and discourse. Through the numerous projects and initiatives led by The Unspoken Policy, I hope to inspire like-minded youths to take the first step in using their voices to make a positive impact on the world around us.
Internships
WestCap, New York (12th December 2024)
Worked together with analysts, associates, vice-principals, and a partner at the firm to evaluate a potential investment opportunity over the course of a few weeks. Conducted an expert call interview and provided key insights by consolidating initial diligence. Visited the New York office on 12th December, with a full schedule of meetings and conversations with analysts, associates, vice-principals, and partners.
Allen & Gledhill LLP, Singapore (5th - 17th January 2025)
Worked in the Corporate Merger & Acquisition department for 2 weeks. Personally involved in 5 live projects. Proofread shareholders’ agreements, share-purchase agreements, due diligence reports, and scheme of arrangement documents. Helped to draft affidavits, originating applications, and chairman's reports. Attended numerous meetings with clients, working directly with partners and senior associates.
Bain & Company, Singapore (23rd - 27th June 2025)
Worked on a classified live deal for a week. Received exposure to the Bain management consultancy approach. Hands-on experience completing bite-sized tasks centered around value-capture optimisation. Helped to take down meeting notes during meetings with clients, working directly with partners and associates.
Allen & Gledhill LLP, Singapore (24th November - 12th December 2025)
Worked in the Corporate Merger & Acquisition department for 2 weeks, and the Litigation department for 1 week. Personally involved in 8 live projects. Drafted shareholders meeting documents, proofread due diligence reports, and organised digital completion bible indexes for various cases. Attended a Supreme Court hearing on 4th December, compiling meeting notes and working directly with partners and senior associates.
Volunteer Work
Overseas Service Trip to Cambodia Khmer Village (9th - 14th November 2024)
Led a team of 9 students in a three-month fundraising event, with total funds raised >SGD 6,000, exceeding the school’s target of SGD 2,000. Constructed pathways to 4 newly built wells. Conducted home visits to >20 homes in the village, interacting with them and distributing food supplies. Visited the local school to interact with the Cambodian students, through English, Hygiene, and environment-related lessons, along with sports and games
Grassroots Volunteerism at Meet-The-People Sessions (Since 2024)
Supporting Member of Parliament, Ms Rachel Ong Sin Yen, at weekly Meet-The-People-Sessions in my constituency (Tanjong Pagar GRC). Acting in the capacity of a case writer, synthesising concerns raised by members of the public into letters addressed to the relevant government authorities. Consulting an average of 6 cases per week.
Awards
Lee Hah Ing Scholarship 2024
In 1992, Tan Sri Dr Tan Chin Tuan established a scholarship in Mr Lee’s name to honour his contributions to building up ACS as Singapore’s premier school that sends well-rounded, educated, and moral young adults into the world. This award is given to a select group of students with an outstanding academic record, exhibiting exemplary character and conduct, and making meaningful contributions to school and community initiatives.
2021
The Raffles Debate Academy // RDA U14 Debating Championship 2021
Quarter Finalists
2022
Eunoia Debating Championship 2022
Quarter-Finalists
The Raffles Debate Academy // RDA U14 Debating Championship 2022
Quarter Finalists + 10th Best Speaker
Thoburn Cup 2022
Champion + 1st Best Speaker
Diliman Pre-Australs Comp
10th Best Speaker (Reply)
2023
Debate Association Debate Championship
Semi-Finalists
Thoburn Cup 2023
1st Runner Up + 9th Best Speaker
2024
Secondary Schools Debating Championships // SSSDC
Plate Champions + Best Speaker (Prelim R1)
2025
Intertext Pre-WSDC Debate Competition 2025
Semi-Finalist
MOE-ACJC Intercollegiate Debating Championship 2025
1st Runner Up + 7th Best Speaker
Debatable Open 2025
1st Runner Up + 5th Best Speaker
Debate
MUN
2024
Yale Model United Nations Singapore 2024
SPECPOL Committee
Delegate of the French Republic
Best Delegate
Singapore Model United Nations Conference 2024
Pacific Islands Forum Council
Delegate of the United States
Discretionary Best Delegate + Best Position Paper
2025
Yale Model United Nations Singapore 2025
SPECPOL Committee
Delegate of the Republic of Indonesia
Best Delegate
International Model United Nations Conference 2025
United Nations Environment Assembly
Head Chair
Public Speaking
2022
Orators’ Trophy (National Oractorical Competition)
2nd Runner Up
2025
John Locke Institute PPE Summer School Programme
Best Speaker in Ideological Turing Test
Winning speech at the Ideological Turing Test during the John Locke Institute PPE Programme.
EXPERIENCE
A snapshot of academic, leadership, and advocacy experiences that have shaped my work and perspective.
