Under this internship, the intern will be attached to the Outreach West Section/Community Partnerships Department in HDB’s Community Relations Group, to support the department in design work.
Housing and Development Board
Intern - Design & Content Creation for Outreach and Public Education
Internship
Closing on 11 Jan 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
The Community Partnerships Department carries out public-facing engagements and initiatives, which will require proper comms and publicity to residents. During your internship, you will have the opportunity to transform HDB's public engagement through creative design. You will also be involved in crafting compelling visual narratives for community initiatives, mastering both print and digital mediums, focusing on Public Education content on Neighbourliness.
You will develop a professional portfolio while gaining hands-on experience in the entire design process, from concept to production. This role offers a unique blend of creative work and public service, ideal for aspiring designers passionate about making a social impact. You will also be involved in the preparation and execution for community engagement initiatives, e.g. reviewing of the Good Neighbours Movement webpage and publicity collaterals, physical roadshow events and school outreaches etc.
Additionally, you will also develop expertise in creating impactful communications across various platforms, from crafting social media content to designing public education materials. This internship provides a unique blend of creative work and community engagement, perfect for those looking to make a tangible impact while building a versatile skill set for their future career. Applicant should have an eye for design, detail and accuracy. You should also be proficient in Adobe creative suite (eg. Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and social media platforms/design software (Canva).
Familiarity with video creation software such as Adobe After Effects and Premier Pro would be an advantage. As the scope also involve interactions with members of the public, applicants should also be articulate and comfortable interacting with people of all ages.
What we are looking for
Internship Period: Between May 2026 - Aug 2026
Preferred Disciplines: Communications.
Please submit your CV, Cover Letter and Transcript in your application. We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About your application process
This job is closing on 11 Jan 2026.
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 Housing and Development Board or the wider Public Service.
About Housing and Development Board
We are Singapore's public housing authority and a statutory board under the Ministry of National Development. We take pride in creating homes and towns that form a quality living environment for the young and old. Throughout the years, our continuous innovation and upgrading programmes have ensured that the heartland remain our cherished home.
Join us in making a difference to the heartlands and communities that matter to us. Take on the challenge of shaping the nation’s skyline and landscape. With the wide range of opportunities available in HDB, you play an integral part in redefining the future of public housing and improving the lives of Singaporeans.
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