Internship period: 7 September to 31 December 2026 

 

The Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum is looking for a Marketing & Communications Intern who has an interest in nature and science communication, and is keen to support the Museum’s outreach and documentation efforts. 

 

Working with the Marketing & Communications team, the intern will assist with a range of communications activities, including content creation, documentation, website updates and communications administration. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys writing, design and/or photography, is organised and detail-oriented, and is willing to take initiative when supporting projects and events. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Content creation and storytelling

• Assist in creating content for the Museum’s social media channels to promote the Museum’s gallery and events. 

• Take photographs and short videos during Museum events, research activities, and official visits by invited guests or organisations for publicity and documentation. 

• Assist in the drafting and publication of the Museum’s newsletter. 

• Help translate scientific information into engaging and accessible content for the public. 

• Assist in designing simple publicity materials and social media graphics where required. 

2. Communications administration

• Maintain the Museum’s press archive by tracking and organising media coverage. 

• Keep records of visiting researchers and assist in updating researcher profiles on the Museum’s website. 

• Support updates to the Museum’s website and social media platforms, where needed. 

3. Event and team support

• Provide photography and documentation support during Museum events and outreach activities. 

• Assist with communications-related tasks and other duties as assigned. 

 

What You Will Gain 

• Experience in museum communications, science communication and public engagement. 

• Opportunities to develop skills in writing, photography, social media, website management and documentation.  

• Exposure to the communications work of Singapore’s only natural history museum. 

 

This position is open to both full-time and part-time interns. As such, the scope of work may be adjusted depending on the internship arrangement. 

 

Who We Are Looking For 

Qualifications: Diploma / Undergraduate / Bachelor’s Degree 

 

We are looking for someone who: 

• Has good written communication skills and an interest in content creation. 

• Enjoys photography and visual storytelling. 

• Is organised, meticulous and has strong attention to detail. 

• Has good design skills with experience in Canva, Capcut and Procreate as an advantage; 

• Is proactive, willing to learn and able to take initiative when working on assigned tasks. 

• Open to working in both indoors and outdoors. 

• Is able to work independently while also contributing as part of a small team. 

 

Bonus: 

• Candidate is studying Communications, Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences or Geography;
• Prior experience in social media management, science communication, publicity and/or copywriting is an advantage. 

 

Application 

Please submit your resume together with a portfolio (or personal website) showcasing any communications-related work, such as writing, photography, videography, graphic design or social media content. A portfolio is strongly recommended. 

Kindly submit your application to Ms Clare Yong (clareyong@nus.edu.sg).  

If you are a student at the National University of Singapore, you may also apply via the NSWS portal here.  

For enquiries, you may also contact Ms Yong.