[C14/15] Business Development Intern (Lepak Conversations Ltd)

Organisation Overview: Lepak Conversations is a socioeducational non-profit that facilitates safe and brave spaces for dialogue about Malay/Muslim issues in Singapore and beyond.

We are driven by our key values: accessibility and allyship. Through online content and offline events, we view social issues from a communal or societal lens, where the focus is on you and I, together, instead of you vs me

Brief Description: We are looking for a curious and driven Business Development Intern to help identify and unlock new opportunities for safe and brave dialogue in Singapore and ASEAN. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creative collaborations, networking, and strategic thinking, and wants to support Lepak Conversations' vision to support the Self, Community and World through community-building events and thought-provoking content.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Opportunity Sourcing & Market Research

   • Identify potential partners, clients, and industries aligned with Lepak Conversations’ mission

   • Conduct market research on trends, emerging sectors, and community needs across Singapore and ASEAN

   • Map out opportunities for events, collaborations, and content campaigns

2. Partnership Development

   • Support outreach to prospective partners, including brands, organisations, and community groups

   • Assist in initiating conversations and building relationships with key stakeholders

   • Maintain and update a pipeline of leads and partnership opportunities

3. Proposal & Pitch Support

   • Assist in developing pitch decks, proposals, and partnership materials

   • Tailor value propositions to different partners and industries

   • Support preparation for meetings and presentations

4. Strategic Growth Initiatives

   • Contribute ideas for new projects, campaigns, or market entry strategies

   • Explore innovative ways to expand Lepak Conversations’ presence in Singapore and ASEAN

   • Collaborate with internal teams to align business opportunities with execution capabilities

5. Tracking & Reporting

   • Monitor outreach progress and partnership outcomes

   • Maintain documentation of leads, contacts, and engagement status

   • Provide insights and recommendations based on research and interactions

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

1. To be exposed to regional markets and cross-cultural collaboration

2. To be able to contribute to meaningful, community-driven initiatives

3. To be able to gain hands-on experience in business development and partnership building

4. To be able to develop strategic thinking, communication, and relationship management skills

Duration of Internship: 6 months

Daily Working Hours: Mon- Fri, 10.00am - 6.00pm

Will this internship require weekend work?: No weekend work required

Requirements (if any):

No of Vacancies: 2

Please read the following to apply for the internship:

1.      Click here for the application form.

2.      Select the number of internship roles you wish to apply for at "Number of Internship Role(s) to Apply For".

3.      Copy and paste [C14/15] Business Development Intern (Lepak Conversations Ltd) into the "Internship Role" field.

For further enquiries on the internship role, please email youthcorps_communityinternship@nyc.gov.sg