PR Communications Intern (September 2026)

Ruder Finn Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruder Finn Asia in Singapore is seeking a Communications Assistant to support research, brainstorm pitches, and develop messaging for clients. You will assist in writing and distributing pitch letters, press releases, bios, newsletters, and reports, and help manage media and influencer lists.

You should have a degree in PR/Political Science/Media or equivalent, fluency in English (additional languages a plus), strong research and writing skills, and proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint

Qualifications

• Degree and/or post-graduate degree in PR / Political Science / Media/Communication or equivalent.
• Language skills: Fluency in English. Command of another language is considered a plus.
• Knowledge and interest in Communications, Public Affairs is a must.
• Computer skills: MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication & writing skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and perform under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support fully in research and brainstorm of new business pitch and existing clients, including competitor analysis and market landscape analysis.
• Assist in writing and distributing pitch letters, news releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, bios, newsletters, reports and other communications material.
• Create and maintain media / influencer lists.
• Handle routine media / influencer inquiries.
• Monitor media to report coverage that affects the client’s business.
• Develop relationships with the media / influencer to convey the client’s message.
• Proactively identify media / influencer opportunities.
• Develop an understanding of the client’s business and handle basic research of the business and the industry.
• May 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 and activity report.

Skills

Research

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Multitasking

Education

PR / Political Science / Media/Communication degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

• Support fully in research and brainstorm of new business pitch and existing clients, including but not limited to competitor analysis, market landscape analysis, communication opportunity discussion, tagline ideation, and message house building.
• Assist in writing and distributing pitch letters, news releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, bios, newsletters, reports and other communications material.
• Create and maintain media / influencer lists.
• Handle routine media / influencer inquiries.
• Monitor media to report coverage that affects the client’s business.
• Develop relationships with the media / influencer to convey the client’s message.
• Proactively identify media / influencer opportunities.
• Develop an understanding of the client’s business and handle basic research of the business and the industry to maintain a current knowledge base.
• May 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 and activity report.

Responsibilities

• Support fully in research and brainstorm of new business pitch and existing clients, including but not limited to competitor analysis, market landscape analysis, communication opportunity discussion, tagline ideation, and message house building.
• Assist in writing and distributing pitch letters, news releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, bios, newsletters, reports and other communications material.
• Create and maintain media / influencer lists.
• Handle routine media / influencer inquiries.
• Monitor media to report coverage that affects the client’s business.
• Develop relationships with the media / influencer to convey the client’s message.
• Proactively identify media / influencer opportunities.
• Develop an understanding of the client’s business and handle basic research of the business and the industry to maintain a current knowledge base.
• May 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 and activity report.

Requirements

• Degree and/or post-graduate degree in PR / Political Science / Media/Communication or equivalent;
• Language skills: Fluency in English. Command of another language is considered a plus;
• Knowledge and interest in Communications, Public Affairs is a must
• Computer skills: MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent communication & writing skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and perform under tight deadlines