Student Intern - EmPOWER Programme

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Sdn Bhd invites interns to assist with the EmPOWER programme, coordinating events, handling logistics, and maintaining records. The role emphasizes reliability, confidentiality, and strong communication. Proficiency in Word and Excel is essential, with video editing experience a plus.

Interns will attend planning meetings weekly, adapt to university needs, and contribute to certificate and transcript printing, documentation, and media capture for events.

Qualifications

• Attend weekly check-ins and planning meetings.
• Demonstrate reliability, confidentiality, and student-first commitment.
• Be adaptable to dynamic university needs and timelines.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Experience with video editing software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of EmPOWER events (e.g. IMPACT Celebration, Workshops, Provost Club sessions).
• Support logistical arrangements of EmPOWER events (venue, materials, catering, registrations).
• Maintain updated attendance and documentation records for EmPOWERed activities.
• Assist with data entry and tracking of EmPOWER points and compilation of student achievements.
• Assist in the printing of EmPOWER certificates and Impact transcripts.
• Assist in video capturing or photography of EmPOWER events.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Independence

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Video editing tools

Job description

EmPOWER is an innovative programme that encourages its students to hone their soft skills. It is a four-level structured programme that is aimed at future-proofing graduates, to unleash their potential and to prepare them to stand out and have an impact in a highly uncertain world.

The EmPOWER Programme is looking for suitably qualified interns to assist in the following roles and responsibilities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of EmPOWER events (e.g. IMPACT Celebration, Workshops, Provost Club sessions) eg booking of venues, sending out invitations to respective attendees and taking minutes of meetings
• Support logistical arrangements of EmPOWER events (venue, materials, catering, registrations).
• Maintain updated attendance and documentation records for EmPOWERed activities
• Assist with data entry and tracking of EmPOWER points and compilation of student achievements
• Assist in the printing of EmPOWER certificates and Impact transcripts.
• Assist in video capturing or photography of EmPOWER events.

Requirements

• Attend weekly check-ins and planning meetings.
• Demonstrate reliability, confidentiality, and student-first commitment.
• Be adaptable to dynamic university needs and timelines.
• Candidates are expected to have excellent communication skills and be able to work independently.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Tools especially Word and Excel are essential
• Additional relevant experience with video editing tools will be beneficial.
• All HWUM staff endeavours will embody our shared values of: Inspire, Collaborate, Belong, and Celebrate.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post and its general responsibilities. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve.