YMCA Internship Programme - Marcomms Intern

YMCA of Singaporeymca.org.sg; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

WFH on selected days

5 days work week

Job summary

YMCA of Singapore is looking for a Communications Intern to join the Marketing & Corporate Communications (MarComms) team. You will help bring YMCA's stories to life through video, storytelling, and content development, including capturing events, programme highlights, and interviews.

You will also support media relations, research, and general communications operations, gaining hands-on experience in media production, campaign support, and organisational communications within a vibrant

Qualifications

• Studying in Film, Public Relations, Communications, Media, or Marketing fields.
• Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro or CapCut) is essential.
• Organised, proactive, and able to multitask.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Interest in social impact and community development is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Filming at events, interviews, programmes, and organisational activities.
• Plan shot lists and capture footage aligned with communication needs.
• Edit videos for social media, website, and internal communications.
• Prepare storyboards, shot lists, and basic motion graphics.
• Maintain organised video assets and archiving.

Skills

Video editing

Writing

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Film/PR/Communications/Media/Marketing student

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

CapCut

Job description

You will be joining the dynamic Marketing & Corporate Communications (MarComms) team at YMCA of Singapore. As a Communications Intern, you will play a pivotal role in bringing YMCA's stories to life through video, storytelling, and content development. This includes capturing events, programme highlights, and interviews, as well as supporting media relations, research, and general communications operations. The role provides hands-on experience in media production, campaign support, and organisational communications.

Why Join Us:

• Gain practical experience in video production, editing, and multimedia storytelling.
• Work alongside experienced communications professionals and expand your network in the non-profit sector.
• Develop skills in research, media relations, content creation, and operational coordination.
• Contribute to impactful community initiatives and help amplify YMCA's mission through engaging stories.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Filming & Video Production

• Take charge of filming at events, interviews, programmes, and organisational activities.
• Plan simple shot lists and capture essential footage aligned with communication needs.
• Edit videos for social media, website, internal communications, and marketing purposes.
• Prepare storyboards, shot lists, and basic motion graphics.
• Ensure video files are well-organised and properly archived.

Research & Insights

• Conduct research to support campaigns, storytelling, and content development.
• Compile insights on audience behaviour, social media trends, and sector-related topics.
• Prepare simple briefs or summaries for internal use.

Administration & Coordination

• Assist in event logistics, filming preparations, and workflow coordination.
• Handle documentation, filing, scheduling, and other operational tasks.
• Maintain and regularly update essential contact databases including but not limited to media contacts, vendors, partners, volunteers, and other key stakeholders to ensure accurate, accessible, and up-to-date information that supports effective outreach and operational coordination.
• Provide general support to the Communications team as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Studying in areas such as Film, Public Relations, Communications, Media, Marketing, or other related fields will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut) is an essential skill.
• Organised, proactive, and able to multitask.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Interest in social impact and community development is an advantage.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES & WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hands‑on experience in video production and media outreach.
• Exposure to real‑world communications projects and campaigns.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful community initiatives and storytelling
• Office Environment with WFH on selected day(s) - 5 days work week.