Internship, Public Relations

Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) invites applications for the MCMC Internship Programme - RISE@MCMC. This internship offers exposure to communications, research, stakeholder engagement, project coordination, and event management across diverse functions.

Interns will support department operations and contribute to high-quality initiatives and outcomes. Responsibilities include stakeholder engagement support, industry research, administrative tasks, effective

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field with a minimum CGPA of 3.20/4.00 from a recognised university
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, preferably in English
• Interest in telecommunications, postal, courier, or broadcast sectors
• Experience or coursework in event management, research, or data analysis is an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital collaboration tools

Responsibilities

• Stakeholder Engagement Support: Organise and coordinate stakeholder engagement sessions, courtesy visits, and industry workshops; prepare invitations, participant lists, and event materials.
• Industry Research & Analysis: Research telecommunications, postal, courier, and broadcast sectors; compile data, summarise industry news, and contribute to analysis reports.
• Administrative Assistance: Schedule meetings, prepare minutes, manage correspondence, and maintain departmental records.
• Communications & Documentation: Draft emails, memos, meeting notes, and presentations in British English for internal/external stakeholders; ensure clarity and professionalism.
• Project Coordination: Plan and execute departmental projects including budgeting, procurement, and progress tracking; compare quotations and monitor timelines.
• Data Management: Collect, organise, and update information for departmental activities; manage stakeholder databases and project trackers.
• Team Collaboration: Work with team members to support initiatives and suggest process improvements.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (CGPA 3.20/4.00) in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, Marketing, Media Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Management or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The MCMC Internship Programme - RISE@MCMC is to attract potential and brightest talents who are up for the challenge in our diverse business functions. The programme will provide opportunities to gain valuable hands-on exposure and experiences which will bring great benefits in charting your professional journey. Throughout the programme, interns gain practical experience in areas such as communications, research, stakeholder engagement, project coordination, and event management. Beyond enhancing their professional capabilities, interns also contribute meaningfully to the department's operations by supporting the delivery of high-quality initiatives and outcomes.

Responsibilities:

1. Stakeholder Engagement Support: Assist in organising and coordinating stakeholder engagement sessions, courtesy visits, and industry workshops. Help prepare invitations, participant lists, and event materials.
2. Industry Research & Analysis: Conduct research on telecommunications, postal, courier, and broadcast sectors. Compile data, summarise industry news, and contribute to the preparation of analysis reports.
3. Administrative Assistance: Support day-to-day administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, preparing minutes, managing correspondence, and maintaining departmental records.
4. Communications & Documentation: Draft and refine emails, memos, meeting notes, and presentations in British English for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure all communication materials are clear, professional, and accurate.
5. Project Coordination: Assist with the planning and execution of departmental projects, including budgeting, procurement, and progress tracking. Help compare quotations, prepare justifications, and monitor timelines.
6. Data Management: Collect, organize, and update information relevant to departmental activities, including stakeholder databases and project trackers.
7. Team Collaboration: Work closely with team members to support ongoing initiatives and contribute ideas for process improvement.

Qualifications/Courses/Studies Background

1. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, Marketing, Media Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Management or a related discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.20/4.00 from a recognised university;
2. Strong written and verbal communication skills, preferably in English;
3. Interest in the telecommunications, postal, courier, or broadcast sectors;
4. Experience or coursework in event management, research, or data analysis is an advantage;
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital collaboration tools

Documents Required

• Latest Academic Results / Transcript
• A copy of Identity Card
• Internship placement letter issued by the university (if any)

Candidate must be willing to work in Cyberjaya and a Malaysian citizen.