My time with Mercy Relief was filled with acquiring insights about the world of humanitarian work and understanding the essence of marketing & how vital fundraising campaigns are for non-profits organisations in Singapore. The lovely team made me feel very welcomed and comfortable albeit being miles away from home. I am greatly thankful for this opportunity and would do it all over again in a heartbeat!

My internship with MR has been very insightful so far. During the short 2 months, I learnt a lot about the background works that goes into each project- from the proposal, implementation and post-project. It was very eye-opening to work with a team that has a wide breadth of knowledge about the international disaster relief works within the region and I definitely did takeaway a skill or two that I see myself using in the future.

Internship at Mercy Relief offers fresh insights and perspectives to humanitarian work in Singapore. The environment is overall nurturing and supportive.

One of my biggest takeaways from my internship at Mercy Relief is the realization that anyone can embrace humanitarianism. It was a truly hands-on experience where I had the opportunity to lead and contribute in various ways, applying my skills to improve operations. Whether I was strategizing social media campaigns for events like World Humanitarian Day or delving into the inner workings of a humanitarian organization, every day brought new insights. I gained valuable knowledge about disaster reporting, the disaster management cycle, and Mercy Relief’s impactful projects. It was a meaningful journey, and I am grateful for the chance to have been a part of it.

I was in charge of corporate partnerships, outreach, fundraising and collaborations, event conceptualisation and coordination, social media content creation and the overall promotion of Mercy Relief’s work worldwide. My internship with the CORE team has been an incredibly rewarding experience. My supervisors actively listened to my ideas and empowered me to see them through. I appreciate the possibility to directly access and interact with key stakeholders, allowing me to make a real impact. This felt more than just an internship; I was a valued team member from my very first day, entrusted with important tasks and often the first point of contact for Mercy Relief with crucial partners.

Before becoming a Mercy Relief intern, I was quite curious about the humanitarian sector. MR gave me the once-in-a-lifetime front row seat of experiencing how a disaster relief charity works behind-the-scenes. Throughout my time with MR, I learned that we can always make a big difference in the lives of those in need – even when we are not on the ground.