Research and Programmes Intern (Happiness Initiative Pte Ltd)

Organisation Overview: Happiness Initiative is a social enterprise that focuses on well-being research. Our primary focus is to make well-being skill accessible to everyone. We work with organisations and communities to take an research-based approach towards building a culture of well-being. Through our work, we hope to help people live a more fulfilling life and take a preventive approach towards mental health conditions.

Brief Description: We’re looking for a passionate, detail-oriented individual to join us as a Research and Programmes Intern. You’ll assist in delivering and evaluating workplace well-being programmes, gaining hands-on experience in programme coordination, facilitation, and data analysis. This role offers the opportunity to apply research in real-world settings, capture insights from programmes, and contribute to creating positive social impact.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate logistics for well-being workshops, including preparing materials, managing inventory, and supporting facilitation on-site

2. Assist in workshop administration such as tracking attendance, managing sign-ups, and ensuring smooth participant engagement

3. Collect, organise, and analyse quantitative and qualitative data for programme evaluation and reporting

4. Support the development and refinement of measurement tools and feedback forms

5. Conduct literature reviews to inform programme design and ensure alignment with evidence-based practices

6. Contribute to post-programme reporting and visual summaries that inform internal learning and stakeholder communications

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

1. Understand the full cycle of programme execution—from planning to post-event evaluation

2. Apply basic data analysis techniques to real-world programme data using statistical tools

3. Gain exposure to research-backed frameworks in workplace well-being and Positive Psychology

4. Strengthen communication, project coordination, and stakeholder management skills

5. Develop a portfolio of contributions (e.g., data insights, workshop support, written summaries) that demonstrate their applied learning

Duration of Internship: 6 months

Daily Working Hours: 9.00am - 6.00pm

Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Minimum Qualification: Polytechnic diploma or University graduates (Current Polytechnic students or University undergraduates are welcome as well)

Requirements (if any):

1. Currently studying psychology, sociology, or a related field

2. Strong research and analytical skills

3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

4. Passion for promoting well-being and mental health

5. Comfortable with workshop facilitation support and engaging with participants

No of Vacancies: 1

Contact Person Name: Yik Wan Shin

Contact Person Email: wanshin@happinessinitiative.sg Please read the following to apply for the internship:

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For further enquiries on the internship role, you may email the contact person as stated in the description.