Internship, Research & Programme Management

The internship will provide practical exposure to interns on research grant administration, scholarship programme operations and event coordination within a regulatory organisation. Interns will gain hands-on experience in stakeholder engagement, data management, administrative processes, and professional communication, contributing directly to MCMC's mission of supporting research excellence and talent development.

1. Research Grants (DSRG/DSRGX) Support

• Assist in registering, screening and organising research proposals received via email.

• Support email correspondence with researchers, universities and research sponsors.

• Support the implementation of Technical Panel Evaluation Sessions, including printing materials, managing logistics and assisting floor management.

• Assist in compiling presentation slides, feedback forms, attendance records and session materials.

• Assist Desk Officers in basic project monitoring tasks such as tracking progress and compiling documents.

2. Scholarship Programme Support

• Assist with application management, documentation and tracking for the Scholarship Programme.

• Support enquiries from scholars and applicants via email or telephone.

• Assist in preparing files, printing documents and handling administrative tasks for scholarship selection and award ceremonies.

• Provide support during scholarship interviews, events and engagement sessions.

3. Events & Programme Coordination

• Assist in preparing contact lists, sending invitations and managing participant registration.

• Support event logistics (venue readiness, equipment checks, materials preparation).

• Assist in designing posters, visuals and simple communication materials for events or programme announcements.

• Assist with coordination for sessions such as Research Symposium, Communicate@MCMC, and other departmental programmes.

• Support post-event tasks such as attendance compilation and materials distribution.

4. General Administrative Support

• Assist in maintaining accurate databases, shared folders and SharePoint.

• Support finance and procurement-related administrative processes.

• Assist in printing, filing and maintaining department records.

• Perform any other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Courses/Studies Background

• Currently pursuing a Degree in Communications / Corporate Communication or Business Administration / Management or Social Sciences or Public Policy / Public Administration or Information Systems / Data Management or Graphic Design / Media Studies / Multimedia or in any related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.20/4.00 from a recognised university;

• Strong organisational and coordination skills, resourceful with the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia

• Proficient in MS 365, particularly Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

• Comfortable working with documentation, trackers, and structured records

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work with multiple stakeholders across units

Documents Required

• Resume

• Latest Academic Results / Transcript

• A copy of your NRIC

• Internship placement letter issued by the university (if any)

Candidate must be willing to work in Cyberjaya and Malaysian citizen.