PR Communications Intern

THUNDER MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A research and innovation organization in Singapore is seeking a Public Relations professional who will support various projects and pitches, draft PR documents, and manage media inquiries. The ideal candidate has a degree in relevant fields, strong written and interpersonal skills, and a passion for communication. This role requires proficiency in English and familiarity with tools like MS Office and AI-related software. You'll work effectively in a fast-paced environment with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Degree and/or postgraduate degree in relevant fields.
• Strong passion and basic knowledge in Communication and Public Relations.
• Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support research and brainstorming for projects and pitches.
• Assist in writing and distributing PR documents.
• Create and maintain media/influencer lists.
• Handle media/influencer inquiries and opportunities.
• Monitor media and social key data points.
• Develop understanding of client’s business and conduct research.
• Coordinate events and promotions under supervisor guidance.
• Assist in vendor/partner management.
• Support account administration duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication Skills

Research Skills

Writing Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Analytical Skills

Proficiency in English

MS Office Suite

Education

Degree in Public Relations / Media / Journalism / Communication / Marketing / English

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

AI Tools (GPT, Gemini, Midjourney)

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fully support research and brainstorming for existing projects and new business pitches, including competitor analysis, market landscape analysis, communication opportunities, tagline ideation, and IP/media/KOL suggestions.
• Assist in writing and distributing PR documents, including press releases, pitch letters, backgrounders, fact sheets, product review playbooks, speaker bios, newsletters, reports, and other communication materials.
• Create and maintain media/influencer lists for specific overseas markets (mainly in Southeast Asia), using influencer tools and leveraging relationships shared by team.
• Reach out and handle media / influencer inquiries based on projects, can proactively identify media/influencer opportunities in the target market when needed.
• Monitor media and social key data points via Meltwater and other tools, to identify and summarize trends or key coverage that affects the client’s business.
• Develop an understanding of the client’s business and conduct basic industry and market research to maintain a current knowledge base.
• Coordinate specific events and promotions for the client under the guidance of a supervisor.
• Assist in vendor / partner management relating to client business and ensure the quality of delivery under the guidance of a supervisor.
• Assist in account administration duties such as billing, shipping and other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree and/or post‑graduate degree in Public Relations / Media / Journalism / Communication / Marketing / English or equivalent;
• Strong passion and basic knowledge in Communication and Public Relations is a must.
• Interest in consumer technology / gadgets / automobile / EV is a plus.
• Self‑motivated, solution‑driven, open‑minded, strong interpersonal and teamwork skills and a proactive, can‑do attitude.
• Language skills: Proficient in English, fluent in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Able to communicate and collaborate daily with overseas foreign colleagues and other stakeholders (e.g. media & KOL) via email and necessary tools (e.g. WhatsApp, LINE, etc.)
• Excellent content development skills, especially writing. Design/ video editing is a plus.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and perform under tight deadlines.
• Computer skills: MS Office (Word, PPT, Excel, Outlook), GoogleDocs/Slides/Sheets/Forms/Drive, Tencent Meeting / Zoom / Teams.
• Ability to use AI related tools (GPT, Gemini, Midjourney, Meltwater, etc.) is a plus.