Intern, Communications & Engagement

The Singapore International Foundation (SIF) is a non-profit organisation that connects communities worldwide and convenes global expertise to drive change for a better world. Established in 1991, we foster collaboration among communities to exchange ideas, skills, resources, and experiences to create positive social impact.

Powered by the strong commitment and dedication of our volunteers, our programmes drive collective action through public, private, and philanthropic partnerships to address global challenges.

The Strategic Operations Division is responsible for corporate planning, communications and engagement, financial governance, human resources and office management, Data & Technology, as well as IT support.

The Communications & Engagement Department (CED) plays a pivotal role in advancing the Singapore International Foundation's (SIF) mission to connect people across cultures for positive change. As a strategic enabler, CED amplifies the impact of SIF's work by crafting compelling narratives, nurturing meaningful relationships, and driving engagement that resonates across diverse audiences and geographies. By making SIF's initiatives visible, valuable, and viable to both local and international communities, CED supports the building of social capital and the creation of social impact — helping shape a better world through collaboration and understanding.

We invite candidates who share our vision For A Better World to apply for the position.

About the Role:

The Singapore International Foundation (SIF) is commemorating its 35th anniversary through a regional campaign on citizen diplomacy, culminating in a conference and high-level dinner in December.

We are looking for an intern to support:

• a digital storytelling campaign (My SIF Thread).
• stakeholder engagement activities.
• flagship event execution.

This role offers exposure to communications, regional engagement, and programmes delivery in the context of ASEAN collaboration.

What You Will Do:

1. Campaign & Content (Core)

• Curate and develop social media content for the My SIF Thread campaign.
• Edit and package short-form video clips (mobile footage).
• Draft captions and assist with storytelling across platforms.
• Organise and track content submissions (quotes, videos, stories).
• Support the development of blog articles from selected stories.

2. Stakeholder & Engagement Support

• Assist in coordinating small-group internal engagements.
• Support outreach and scheduling with stakeholders (e.g. alumni, volunteers, partners).
• Help document insights and key takeaways from sessions.

3. Conference & Event Support

• SIF 35 Conference.
• Anniversary Dinner & Dialogue.
• Coordinate speakers, materials, and run-of-show elements.
• Provide on-site support during events.

4. Internal Coordination

• Work across teams (communications, programmes, partnerships).
• Track timelines and deliverables.
• Support internal alignment for campaign and events.

What We're Looking For:

• University undergraduate in any discipline.
• Minimum commitment of three months.
• Strong writing and storytelling ability.
• Comfortable with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.).
• Basic video editing skills (CapCut, Premiere Pro, or similar).
• Organised and detail-oriented.
• Able to manage multiple workstreams.
• Singaporean.

Great to Have:

• Interest in ASEAN, regional issues, or international relations.
• Experience in events or content creation.
• Comfortable engaging with different stakeholders.

What You'll Gain:

• Experience working on a regional campaign involving ASEAN stakeholders.
• Exposure to high-level engagements (including conference and dialogue with senior leaders).
• Hands-on experience in storytelling, communications, and event execution.
• Insight into how people-to-people diplomacy supports regional cooperation.