Habitat for Humanity Singapore Ltd – Communications & Marketing Intern (Social Media & Storytelling)

The Communications & Marketing Intern supports the team in raising brand awareness and telling meaningful stories from Habitat for Humanity Singapore’s work, with an emphasis on improving housing systems across the globe. This role is ideal for a creative and curious individual who enjoys social media, content creation, and human-interest storytelling.

You will gain hands-on experience in producing digital content, interviewing beneficiaries and volunteers, and shaping real stories into engaging narratives across social media and the website.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Social Media

• Support the creation of engaging content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn), including short-form videos, photos, graphics, and captions
• Assist in filming and editing content such as interviews, event highlights, volunteer experiences, and campaign videos
• Help manage and schedule posts according to a content calendar
• Stay up to date with social media trends and suggest creative content ideas

Storytelling & Journalism (Website & Features)

• Assist in identifying and developing stories from beneficiaries, volunteers, and staff
• Support the writing of website articles, blog posts, and human-interest features
• Ensure stories are told with empathy, accuracy, and in line with safeguarding and consent guidelines

Brand & Communications Support

• Ensure content follows brand guidelines, tone, and messaging
• Assist with simple design work (e.g. social media graphics, basic layouts)
• Support website updates, EDMs, and basic communications materials
• Provide support for campaigns, events, and fundraising initiatives where needed

Who We’re Looking For

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a diploma/degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Media, or a related field
• Strong interest in social media content creation and storytelling
• Basic skills in video editing (e.g. CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro) and design tools (e.g. Canva)
• Good writing skills with attention to detail
• Comfortable speaking to people and learning how to conduct interviews
• Proactive, willing to learn, and able to take initiative
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Passionate about social impact and telling meaningful stories
•  Comfortable to uphold, communicate and affirm Habitat for Humanity’s principles (vision and mission); Pls refer to https://www.habitat.org.sg/about-us for details.

Habitat's Expectations Surrounding Safeguarding:

Habitat for Humanity requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have particular responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse; safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children); and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity's code of conduct.