Intern – Public Perception & Communications (3 months)

Intern – Public Perception & Communications (3 months)

Contingent Worker, No internship agreement required

Verian Singapore

Verian is a purpose-led consulting and research company delivering high-impact projects that shape public policy and drive social change. From education to health, crime to energy, our work makes a real difference. With offices in 17 countries, our 850 consultants and researchers support government departments, regulators, charities, and other public sector organisations in making informed decisions that improve people’s lives.

We help create a better future through data, analytics, research, and consulting, guiding the public sector to communicate more efficiently and effectively. We bring global best practice, delivered with local expertise.

Our Singapore office is seeking an intern to join the Public Perception & Communications team for a 3-month assignment, from Jan to Mar 2027 . You will be involved in the full lifecycle of research projects, from design to data control and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Support quantitative and qualitative research, including in-depth interviews, participant observations and reviewing questionnaires / databases
• Conduct academic literature review, trends, and social media scans
• Support the team’s work in public perception and communications, including liaising with stakeholders to collect and report relevant data
• Assist in preparing reports, proposals, and presentations

Key Requirements:

• Preferably pursuing or holding a degree in Marketing, Public Policy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, or a related social science discipline
• Prior experience in applied social research is a plus
• Strong interest in public sector issues and social impact (Interest in arts and culture is a bonus)
• Comfortable with data while also thinking laterally and creatively
• Self-motivated problem-solver with a passion for learning
• Organised, meticulous, deadline driven and able to multi-task
• Works well under pressure, with patience and perseverance for long project timelines
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Advanced knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Preferably bilingual (English and Mandarin/Malay/Tamil)
• Based in Singapore and able to work locally
• Full-time or part-time

Why Verian?

• Contribute to socially meaningful, impactful projects

• Supportive and collaborative environment

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

• Opportunities for professional development and growth

Ready to make an impact? Join Verian and help shape the future.

Visit https://www.veriangroup.com/sg for more information.