13 Science Communication jobs in Singapore

Position title: Volunteer Programme and Public Engagement Intern

Reports to: Head of Department

Duration: 6 months

Location: Singapore

About WWF-Singapore

World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is one of the world's largest and most respected independent conservation organisations. WWF's mission is to stop the degradation of the earth's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature. As one of WWF's international hubs, WWF-Singapore supports a global network spanning over 100 countries. WWF Singapore works closely with local stakeholders towards a greener and more sustainable Singapore and the region around us. We work to address key conservation areas, such as climate change, sustainable finance, deforestation, illegal wildlife trade, marine conservation, and sustainable production and consumption, through collaboration, education and outreach efforts involving the community, businesses, and governments.  For more information, please visit 

Major Functions:

As the Volunteer Programme and Public Engagement Intern, you will be responsible for supporting the Volunteer Team in providing online and in person engagement to the public, community groups, schools, and support our citizen science programmes. Assist in identifying trends and insights, conduct or supervise market research to identify new opportunities to engage our audience.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Volunteer Programme

• Support recruitment and selection of volunteers for the Cyber Spotter Programme (CS). This includes screening, shortlisting of volunteers and maintaining a database of volunteers.

• Support the development of the CS programme. This includes managing complex project schedules, assisting in project training, conducting agreeance checks and data analysis.

• Develop, or assist in supervising the development of learning and engagement content; support in managing external vendors and agencies to deliver high-quality content.

• Assist in monitoring inquiries and responding to or escalating them as necessary.

• Support project management, review of feedback, reports and proposals.

• Maintain a volunteer database and prepare for their regular engagement.

• Support and run the annual volunteer engagement sessions.

• Draft and edit emails for various purposes, such as volunteer recruitment, event invitations and newsletters

• Assist with social media management (WWF-Volunteer Telegram Account)

Public engagement

• Assist with co-ordinating and eventually lead public engagement in nature areas.

• Assist with the running of volunteer programmes such as invasive species removal and biodiversity monitoring.

• Engage with other teams within WWF Singapore to develop engagement content, communications and outreach.

• Conduct public talks on environmental issues for schools, corporates, etc.

• Conduct literature review, data-base management and data mining from websites or documents from various sources

• Develop resources and manage logistics for public outreach

• Perform other related duties as needed to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the Education and Outreach team.

Social Media

• Gather and verify information on conservation topics, wildlife, and nature to support accurate and engaging content creation.

• Assist in compiling and analysing social media performance reports to track growth, engagement, and content effectiveness.

• Assist in ideating, drafting, and filming engaging content across WWF-Singapore's social media platforms.

• Research trends, topics, and creative formats to develop fresh and impactful storytelling ideas.

• Extract insights from teams to craft engaging and shareable conservation and sustainability content.

Requirements:

• Degree preferably in Education, Communications, Business, Environmental Science or related field. Individuals without a degree but extensive Volunteer management, and community engagement experience are welcome to apply.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and concisely for a variety of audiences.

• Has experience in project management, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Detail oriented and flexibility to work on other projects as needed

• Interested in environmental and sustainability issues

• Comfortable working in outdoor environments

• Knowledge on local biodiversity

• Passionate about conservation and driving real impact

This is a full-time, paid internship with a duration of 6 months.

This job description covers the main tasks. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organisational needs.

We may also disclose personal data about you to our affiliates in the network in order to manage our relationship with you.

Interested candidates are required to submit their cover letter and resume to the HR Department of WWF-Singapore (Email: ). Please indicate the position being applied for 'Volunteer Programme and Public Engagement Intern' in the subject line.

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The Opportunity

• Opportunity to be a part of a government initiative promoting safe and responsible mobility
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am-6pm
• Salary up to $2.6k
• Location: Islandwide

The Talent:

• Comfortable engaging with members of the public in a respectful and professional manner
• Physically able to perform outdoor duties, including walking or standing for extended periods
• Good communication skills

Job Description

• Promote safe riding and path-sharing habits among Active Mobility users
• Raise awareness of current and upcoming mobility regulations
• Distribute educational materials such as flyers or brochures during outreach efforts

Next Step

Prepare your updated resume and click "apply". Or send a email to or contact

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*

Eugene Chia

Direct Line:

EA License No: 91C2918

Personnel Registration Number: R

Our client is a provider of public services

Responsibilities

• Engage partners to inculcate pro-environmental values and mobilise community actions.
• Manage/support events by setting up educational booth at community events and/or conducting e-outreach at digital events. Activities may include conducting physical/online talk and quizzes/ manning of games at booths and are usually held on weekends.
• Train and manage partners' volunteers for localised outreach events such as dengue prevention house visits, recycling drives etc.
• Facilitate residents' enquiries and feedback channelled by key stakeholders, ensuring cases are logged and attended to in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Studies, Communications, Public Relations, Social Work, or related fields.Strong communication and public speaking skills
• Comfortable with weekend community outreach (physical/digital)
• Able to engage diverse stakeholders (e.g. grassroots, schools)
• Basic digital literacy for online outreach
• Responsive to public feedback and enquiries

Next Step

• Drop your resume and contact us to follow-up, or send your resume to
• Email Topic: Public Engagement Officer
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Isaac Tan Yang En

EA Licence No: 91C2918

Personnel Registration No: R

Tan Yang En, Isaac

Direct Line:

EA License No: 91C2918

Personnel Registration Number: R

Responsibilities

• Engage partners to inculcate pro-environmental values and mobilise community actions.
• Manage/support events by setting up educational booth at community events and/or conducting e-outreach at digital events. Activities may include conducting physical/online talk and quizzes/ manning of games at booths and are usually held on weekends.
• Train and manage partners' volunteers for localised outreach events such as dengue prevention house visits, recycling drives etc.
• Facilitate residents' enquiries and feedback channelled by key stakeholders, ensuring cases are logged and attended to in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Studies, Communications, Public Relations, Social Work, or related fields.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills
• Comfortable with weekend community outreach (physical/digital)
• Able to engage diverse stakeholders (e.g. grassroots, schools)
• Basic digital literacy for online outreach
• Responsive to public feedback and enquiries

Next Step

• Drop your resume and contact us to follow-up, or send your resume to
• Email Topic: Public Engagement Officer
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Isaac Tan Yang En

EA Licence No: 91C2918

Personnel Registration No: R

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is a leading global institution renowned for research and education excellence. Established in 2005, the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences at NTU boasts a vibrant community of over 70 distinguished faculty members, 1000 undergraduates, and more than 200 postgraduate students. Our world-renowned faculty have received numerous national and international awards and excel in multiple scientific domains. We are committed to providing a future-oriented education, blending scientific knowledge with essential soft skills like communication and critical thinking.

We seek an Assistant Manager for Science Communications and Outreach for the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences.

As the Assistant Manager of Science Communications and Outreach, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the visibility and reputation of the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences. This person will:

• Write and edit clear, engaging summaries of scientific work at S-P-M-S, research highlights, and profiles for a general audience.
• Produce internal and external communications about S-P-M-S programs, research, students, faculty, and alumni.
• Design and lead science outreach programs, workshops, and community events for diverse audiences.
• Collaborate and coordinate with researchers and faculty to sustain and develop outreach program and material.
• Develop profiles of students, faculty, researchers, and alumni for publicity of achievements and experiences.
• Create compelling content to promote the school's undergraduate and postgraduate programs, showcasing key achievements and features.
• Engage with special projects that support clear communication, outreach, and enhanced operation of activities in the school.

Requirements

• Degree in science, engineering or communications fields.
• Experience in marketing communications or media, with proven skills in writing and editing.
• Experience in interviewing technical researchers and/or scientists as well as summarizing scientific content.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle unexpected issues with professionalism.
• Creative and strategic thinker with a detailed oriented mindset, enthusiastic and passionate about education and promoting academic excellence.

The College of Science seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI), together with the Earth Observatory of Singapore, is looking for a Research Fellow to make an important contribution to the research project: “Climate Transformation Program (CTP): Cross Cutting Theme 1 – Sustainable Societies” funded by the MOE Tier 3C Grant. CTP aims to develop, inspire, and accelerate knowledge-based solutions and educate future leaders to establish the stable climate and environment necessary for resilient, just, and sustainable Southeast Asian societies.
CTP will generate knowledge and innovation across disciplines including climate and Earth science, ecology, materials science, artificial intelligence, humanities, social sciences and the arts, finance, health, and engineering. It will also translate state-of-the-art scientific results into real world solutions for Singapore, and it will transfer these solutions to Southeast Asia (SEA) and beyond.
As part of this programme, “Cross-cutting theme 1: Sustainable Societies”, this theme will leverage climate research in communication, public opinion and psychology, and artistic impressions to shape public attitudes and behaviours towards climate change issues. The Research Fellow will work directly with the PI of the Sustainable Societies theme, Professor Shirley Ho, based in the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information at NTU.
Key Responsibilities
To engage in conducting literature searches and manuscript preparation.
To develop and implement a five-wave survey with the public.
To conduct statistical analyses with survey data.
To engage in VR app development and implementation.
To engage in experiment conceptualization, design, and implementation.
To conduct statistical analyses with experimental data.
To contribute to research publications and presentations.
To write progress report and final research report.
To engage in the dissemination of the results of the research with the support of and under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
To carry out administrative work associated with the program of research as necessary.
Job Requirements
PhD degree in communication, psychology, sociology, or a social science related discipline.
Strong foundation in survey research, VR app development, experimental research and analytical skills (e.g., SPSS, MPLUS, or R).
A team player in a project setting, also with ability to work independently in a multi-cultural team environment.
Must demonstrate initiative and good interpersonal communication skills.
Prior experience in survey research.
Prior experience in VR app development and experimental research.
An internationally recognized research track record as evidenced by journal publications and conference presentations.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, full CV and names and contact details of three referees in one document. Enquiries about this position can be made to
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is looking for a candidate to join them as a Research Assistant who will work closely with the Director of the Centre for Healthy and Sustainable Cities (CHESS) and manage the running of the centre located at Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information.
CHESS is an interdisciplinary research centre devoted to projects on health, risk and environmental issues from human-centred perspectives in the Asian context. As one of the research centres in COOL ASIA, CHESS draws upon theories and concepts from communication and information science, bringing into play the interaction of technology — new, emerging and future — with human behaviours.
Key Responsibilities
Daily operational, administrative, and logistics duties related to project management, including financial operations, social media updates, and the organization of symposia, training workshops, coordinating student helpers;
Help conduct interviews, quantitative and qualitative analyses, desk research, and write reports
Help in writing grant proposals and reports
Job Requirements
Graduated with a Bachelor degree in Communication/ Psychology/ Sociology/ Social Science
Have relevant experience in academic research, especially in conducting online surveys
Demonstrable intellectual excellence
Maturity and capacity to begin an independent research career
Desire and potential to develop as a future academic leader
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is looking for a candidate to join them as a Research Assistant who will work closely with the Director of the Centre for Healthy and Sustainable Cities (CHESS) and manage the running of the centre located at Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information.

CHESS is an interdisciplinary research centre devoted to projects on health, risk and environmental issues from human-centred perspectives in the Asian context. As one of the research centres in COOL ASIA, CHESS draws upon theories and concepts from communication and information science, bringing into play the interaction of technology — new, emerging and future — with human behaviours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily operational, administrative, and logistics duties related to project management, including financial operations, social media updates, and the organization of symposia, training workshops, coordinating student helpers;
• Help conduct interviews, quantitative and qualitative analyses, desk research, and write reports
• Help in writing grant proposals and reports

Job Requirements:

• Graduated with a Bachelor degree in Communication/ Psychology/ Sociology/ Social Science
• Have relevant experience in academic research, especially in conducting online surveys
• Demonstrable intellectual excellence
• Maturity and capacity to begin an independent research career
• Desire and potential to develop as a future academic leader

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, invites applications for a Research Assistant position to contribute meaningfully to an interdisciplinary project funded by NTU. This project explores how communication influences public understanding and acceptance of novel food technologies in Singapore.

About the Project:

“UNIQUE” (U nderstanding Diverse Dietary Groups’ Perceptions and AcceptaN ce of Novel Foods I n Singapore: A QU alitative InvE stigation) investigates how diverse dietary groups in Singapore—such as vegetarians, non-vegetarians, and individuals with or without food allergies—perceive novel foods, including plant-based, cultivated, and genetically modified foods. Using evidence-based, qualitative research methods, the project aims to understand the psychological, sociocultural, and media-related factors shaping these perceptions, as well as to identify and address common misperceptions. Findings will inform public communication strategies and contribute to communicating novel food technologies in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities:

The Research Assistant will support the team in various aspects of the project, including but not limited to:

• Assist in the design and coordination of focus group discussions and other qualitative data collection activities.
• Support in recruiting and screening of participants representing diverse dietary groups.
• Conduct literature reviews and compile relevant academic and media materials on novel foods and food technology communication.
• Transcribe, organize, and conduct preliminary coding and thematic analysis of qualitative data.
• Assist in the preparation of research reports, presentations, and publications .
• Manage administrative tasks related to IRB applications, scheduling, and logistics .
• Support the development of communication materials (e.g., infographics, social media content) to disseminate research findings.

Job Requirements:

We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about the intersection of communication, public health, and science. The ideal candidate should possess:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Psychology, Sociology, Social Science, or a related social science or humanities field.
• Strong interest in topics related to food perception, health communication, or science communication .
• Prior experience with qualitative research (e.g., focus groups, interviews, thematic analysis) is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with NVivo or other qualitative analysis tools is an advantage.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research team.
• Responsible, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• An internationally recognized research track record as evidenced by journal publications and conference presentations.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit the following in one PDF file:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience.
• A CV including academic background and research experience.
• Contact information for two referees .

Please submit your application via the job advertisement link provided. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.