Events Intern (Global Compact Network Singapore)

Organisation Overview: Global Compact Network Singapore (UNGCNS) is the local chapter of the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. We advance responsible business practices and drive multi-stakeholder action in areas such as climate action, human rights, labour, and anti-corruption to build a more sustainable and resilient future.

Brief Description: This role will support UNGCNS in planning and executing Summit 2026 such as assisting with event logistics, preparing materials, coordinating speakers, scheduling meetings, tracking RSVPs, and on-site setup. The intern will gain hands-on experience, network with sustainability leaders, and contribute to a high-profile corporate sustainability event in Singapore.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and assemble event materials, including programmes and posters

2. Coordinate with speakers and confirm their participation and requirements

3. Schedule and facilitate pre-event meetings with speakers, partners, and vendors

4. Assist with registration lists, invitations, RSVP tracking, and data management in Excel

5. Support on-site logistics during the Summit, including setup, attendee guidance, and AV support

6. Work with exhibitors and vendors on various aspects such as booth setup, materials, and coordination

7. Create simple graphics and visual materials for event presentations, signage, or social media

8. Manage event communications and provide updates to participants as needed

9. Perform any ad-hoc tasks required to ensure smooth event operations leading up to and during the Summit

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

1. To manage the end-to-end logistics of a high-profile corporate sustainability summit, including pre-event preparation, scheduling, and on-site execution

2. To gain experience liaising with speakers, embassies, VIPs, exhibitors, vendors, and other participants, and understand the importance of clear communication in multi-stakeholder events

3. To develop proficiency in Excel for data tracking and registration management and create simple graphic materials for events and communications

4. To build capacity to handle last-minute challenges, ad-hoc tasks, and real-time decisions during event execution

5. To gain insights into corporate sustainability initiatives, engage with sustainability leaders, and develop networking skills with professionals across sectors

Duration of Internship: 6 months

Daily Working Hours: Mon-Thu, 9am - 6pm; Fri, 9am - 5pm; Mon & Fri - work from home unless otherwise

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

Requirements (if any):

1. Proficiency in Excel for data tracking and reporting

2. Ability to create simple graphics (e.g., Canva, PowerPoint, or similar)

3. Strong organisational and time-management skills

4. Experience in event planning, coordination, or administrative support is an advantage

5. Detail-oriented and proactive

6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills

7. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders

8. Flexible and adaptable, able to respond to last-minute changes

9. Availability for on-site support during the Summit

10. Interest in corporate sustainability, ESG, and responsible business practices, is preferred

No of Vacancies: 1

Contact Person Name: Raghu Reddiam

Contact Person Email: raghu.reddiam@unglobalcompact.sg

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 Events Intern (Global Compact Network Singapore) into the "Internship Role" field.

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