What the role is

The intern's job includes:
- Day-to-day scanning of information across different platforms – such as mainstream media, online media, broadcast media, as well as media-vendors, in order to identify articles and information on relevant trending topics and news.

- Compiling reports, studies, news articles, and etc. surrounding areas identified in the environmental scanning framework, for upkeep and maintenance of the ES repository and landscape.

- Assist with writing, drafting and curation of the Quarterly bulletin, and suggesting appropriate themes and articles. Working with vendors to select articles and vetting of summary write ups; selecting and proposing designs and visuals for newsletter.

- Other ad-hoc projects and tasks that the division may require the intern to support.

During the internship the intern will gain valuable insights and experiences working as a research team member at a public agency, with hands-on experience in horizon scanning work on a wide range of topics (e.g., social capital, demographic shifts, economic trends, geopolitical issues, government policies). The intern can also develop capabilities in literature review, sense-making and report writing in support of the organisation’s mission, as well as hone their communication/ presentation skills with peers and management.

About People's Association

The People’s Association was set up in 1960, in a time of racial and communal strife, to foster racial harmony and social cohesion. Today, we continue to be driven by the same purpose - to build an inclusive, united and resilient Singapore. We create spaces and opportunities for people of different backgrounds to participate and volunteer in their community. Through community participation, we connect people and deepen relationships to build communities of mutual care and trust.

About your application process

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within People's Association or the wider Public Service.