National Library Board

Tamil Language Services Intern, Collection Planning & Development

Internship

Closing on 12 Mar 2026

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 support Tamil Language Services (TLS) projects as an Tamil Language Services Intern under Collection Planning & Development.

What you will be working on

Supporting key TLS projects such as the Encyclopedia of Singapore Tamils (EST) and Sangam Literature Project.
Assisting with content creation, content uploading, and basic collection-related tasks.
Helping to prepare marketing materials and publicity collaterals for programmes and services.
Assisting with the distribution of publicity materials and tokens, including basic inventory tracking.
Supporting the planning and development of reading and literacy programmes.
Managing enquiries, registrations, and content updates for various projects and programmes.
Collecting feedback, compiling statistics, and assisting with simple report writing.
Liaising with internal and external partners for programme coordination. -Providing logistics preparation and on-site support for children, teen, and adult programmes.
Supporting both digital and physical programmes conducted between June and August.

What we are looking for

Open to students from all disciplines; students with a background in Arts/History or Tamil Literature related courses are particularly encouraged to apply.
Strong interest in content creation, reading programmes, and cultural or literary projects.
Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines.
Comfortable with basic marketing, content uploading, and administrative work.
Willingness to support both planning and on-the-ground execution of programmes.
Able to work collaboratively in a team and communicate clearly with partners.
Detail-oriented, responsible, and open to learning in a fast-paced project environment.

Duration: 3 months

About your application process

This job is closing on 12 Mar 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 National Library Board or the wider Public Service.

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.

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