Outreach Intern, Programmes and Services

National Library Board

Internship

Closing in 2 day(s)

What the role is

The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through our network of 28 libraries across Singapore, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore.

At NLB, you can look forward to a flexible, hybrid work environment with rewarding, impactful deliverables that improve the lives of the community. With caring colleagues, you will be in an ideal environment for professional development, innovation and impact.
We can offer you:
• A chance to Impact the Community, bridge gaps and empower everyone with the opportunity for learning and discovery.
• An opportunity to Innovate and Push Boundaries. We value ideas, curiosity and a passion for innovation to transform our libraries and archives.
• An organisation that Cares for your Growth and Wellbeing through investment in staff development and wellbeing in a supportive and collaborative environment.

You will be working on the SURE/Informed Citizenry project as an Outreach Intern under the Programmes and Services division.

What you will be working on

Conduct research, recommending solutions, create social media content, design collaterals, such as activity worksheets and brochures.
Assist the team in programme outreach, and pitch programme design.
Involved in day-to-day operational work tsuch as providing technical/logistic support for events, as well as managing projects.

What we are looking for

Basic knowledge or interest in Mass Communications/Journalism/Current Affairs/Public Education/Arts and design/History/Geography related discipline preferred.
Must be proficient in both usage and content creation on social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram and Facebook).
Familiarity with image editing/design tools such as free-to-use Canva or equivalent.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Good to have - basic web design, video editing, content popping for social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram and Web).
Useful to have mother-tongue or dialect proficiency such as Chinese, Tamil, Malay to work on related projects.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Duration: min 12 weeks

About National Library Board

To each reader, the library is a window to a vibrant imagination and exciting possibilities. For families, the library experience occupies a special in their hearts and of memories collected over generations. Libraries hold a special and familiar place in each of our hearts. NLB seeks to provide a trusted, accessible and globally-connected library and information service so as to promote a knowledgeable and engaged society. If you share our passion to create memorable library experiences for all our readers, we invite you to join the NLB family.