Internship, Research & Programme Management

The internship will provide practical exposure to interns on research grant administration, scholarship programme operations and event coordination within a regulatory organisation. Interns will gain hands-on experience in stakeholder engagement, data management, administrative processes, and professional communication, contributing directly to MCMC's mission of supporting research excellence and talent development.

1. Research Grants (DSRG/DSRGX) Support

Assist in registering, screening and organising research proposals received via email.

Support email correspondence with researchers, universities and research sponsors.

Support the implementation of Technical Panel Evaluation Sessions, including printing materials, managing logistics and assisting floor management.

Assist in compiling presentation slides, feedback forms, attendance records and session materials.

Assist Desk Officers in basic project monitoring tasks such as tracking progress and compiling documents.

2. Scholarship Programme Support

Assist with application management, documentation and tracking for the Scholarship Programme.

Support enquiries from scholars and applicants via email or telephone.

Assist in preparing files, printing documents and handling administrative tasks for scholarship selection and award ceremonies.

Provide support during scholarship interviews, events and engagement sessions.

3. Events & Programme Coordination

Assist in preparing contact lists, sending invitations and managing participant registration.

Support event logistics (venue readiness, equipment checks, materials preparation).

Assist in designing posters, visuals and simple communication materials for events or programme announcements.

Assist with coordination for sessions such as Research Symposium, Communicate@MCMC, and other departmental programmes.

Support post-event tasks such as attendance compilation and materials distribution.

4. General Administrative Support

Assist in maintaining accurate databases, shared folders and SharePoint.

Support finance and procurement-related administrative processes.

Assist in printing, filing and maintaining department records.

Perform any other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Courses/Studies Background

Currently pursuing a Degree in Communications / Corporate Communication or Business Administration / Management or Social Sciences or Public Policy / Public Administration or Information Systems / Data Management or Graphic Design / Media Studies / Multimedia or in any related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.20/4.00 from a recognised university;

Strong organisational and coordination skills, resourceful with the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines

Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia

Proficient in MS 365, particularly Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Comfortable working with documentation, trackers, and structured records

Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work with multiple stakeholders across units

Documents Required

Resume

Latest Academic Results / Transcript

A copy of your NRIC

Internship placement letter issued by the university (if any)

Candidate must be willing to work in Cyberjaya and Malaysian citizen.