Overview
SalvageGarden Ltd is offering a Programmes Internship for students passionate about social innovation and assistive technology. As part of the team, you will support community-driven projects, facilitate workshops, and help design inclusive solutions for persons with disabilities. This internship provides hands-on experience in programme coordination, engagement, and prototyping.
What You'll Get Out of This Internship
- Exposure to inclusive design and assistive technology projects.
- Practical experience in planning, facilitating, and coordinating workshops and events.
- Opportunity to learn basic maker skills like 3D printing and device prototyping.
- Mentorship from professionals in social innovation and assistive tech.
- Experience tracking project outcomes, collecting feedback, and reporting results.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and coordinating programmes, workshops, and outreach activities.
- Support session facilitation and engage participants, volunteers, and partner organisations.
- Apply basic maker skills to prototype assistive devices and support design activities.
- Maintain records, monitor timelines, and organise communication for smooth programme execution.
- Track programme outcomes and help prepare simple reports or summaries for the team.
- Conduct research on disability inclusion, community innovation, and relevant topics to inform planning.
- Assist in preparing materials, tools, and resources for events and workshops.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Social Sciences, Engineering, Design, or related fields.
- Strong interest in social innovation, accessibility, and community engagement.
- Willingness to learn new skills, including basic maker tools like 3D printing.
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Comfortable collaborating with diverse teams and participants.
- Proactive, reliable, and eager to contribute to meaningful projects.
Who This Internship Is Ideal For
Students excited about community projects, assistive technology, and social impact initiatives who want hands-on exposure in programme coordination and inclusive design.
About the Company
SalvageGarden Ltd is Singapore’s first assistive-technology makerspace, dedicated to co-creating affordable, open-source device solutions with persons with disabilities, caregivers, and makers. The organisation fosters inclusive design and empowers local communities through hands-on workshops and collaborative innovation.
Internship Details
Location: Ang Mo Kio, Singapore
Duration: From 01 Apr 2026, at least 5 months
Commitment: Full-time preferred
Working Arrangement: Remote
Stipend: $800 – $1,000 monthly
Application Deadline: Rolling basis
