National Council of Social Service, Singapore (NCSS) - Summer Internship 2026 - Philanthropic Partnerships, Public Agencies & Community Groups

[What the role is]

National Council of Social Service (NCSS) offers a comprehensive learning internship designed to immerse students in Singapore's social service landscape. This programme provides structured exposure to sector development, research methodologies, and stakeholder engagement practices. Interns will learn from experienced professionals gaining deep insights into how social services address Singapore's evolving community needs whilst developing critical thinking and analytical skills essential for the sector. 

Immersive Learning Experiences  
To build sector knowledge and professional competencies, there are programmes such as "Learning Journey" or "Walk the Talk" which provide structured learning opportunities for you to observe social impact initiatives firsthand and understand service delivery models. Through guided interactions with different stakeholders, you will develop empathy, communication skills, and a nuanced understanding of social work practice whilst exploring potential career pathways. 

Cross-Divisional Learning Programme 
Beyond your primary project, you will spend 4-6 hours weekly in another NCSS division under close supervision. This rotation exposes you to diverse functions—from policy development to community engagement—helping you understand how different areas interconnect whilst developing transferable skills and gaining a holistic view of NCSS's sector development role. 

Learning Synthesis and Reflection 
Your internship concludes with a reflective presentation synthesising insights from both your main project and cross-divisional experience. You will articulate key learnings, demonstrate acquired skills, and reflect on how these experiences shaped your understanding of social service work, creating an opportunity for mutual learning with NCSS teams. 

Period of Internship: 18 May 2026 - 24 July 2026

This role reports to the Public Agencies & Community Groups and shares collective responsibility to advance NCSS and Community Chest’s philanthropy and engagement goals, including mobilisation of donations and resources for the social service sector.

The role may be required to support and contribute to the following:
• Engage and facilitate participation on school appeal project namely Children Day’s Appeal and Youth Day Appeal.
• Develop and execute innovative fund-raising strategies and initiatives.
• Deepen existing partnerships and donation support.

[What you will be working on]

1. Engage partners (e.g., schools, pre-schools, educational institutions) to participate in the school appeal project.
2. Support to manage relationship and engagement to achieve fund-raising targets.  
3. Support to conceptualise and implement events and initiatives to engage and enhance donors and stakeholders’ experience and stewardship. Duties include
4. Develop innovative fund-raising strategies to grow giving for the social service sector through Community Chest.
5. Collaborate with teams in Community Chest and divisions in NCSS, where relevant, to amplify and bring impact to core roles and duties assigned.
6. Any other duties including administrative support or research as assigned and are aligned to Community Chest’s purposes.   

[What we are looking for]

Thinking Clearly and Making Sound Judgements

Working Effectively with Citizens and Stakeholders

Customer Experience Management

Donor Relations and Stewardship

Skills Required:

1. Marketing
2. Business development
3. Experience in event and account management with strong stakeholder skills are added advantages
4. Knowledge of social service sector and experience are added advantages
5. Microsoft Office skills

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.