Overview
Join Tencent’s Global Public Affairs (GPA) team in Singapore as a Trust & Safety, Public Affairs & Global Policy Intern. You will support initiatives that shape responsible technology policies and help navigate the complex landscape of online safety, AI regulation, and digital governance. This role offers a unique vantage point to understand how a global tech leader engages with critical policy issues and builds trust in its products.
What You'll Get Out of This Internship
· Gain firsthand insight into global technology policy and Trust & Safety operations at a leading internet company.
· Develop core skills in policy research, risk analysis, stakeholder briefing, and cross-functional project coordination.
· Receive mentorship while contributing to real initiatives that influence Tencent’s approach to online safety and public affairs.
· Build a professional portfolio with experience in comparative policy benchmarking and strategic communications.
· Understand how policy, communications, and business strategy intersect in a fast-paced, international environment.
Key Responsibilities
· Monitor and analyze global Trust & Safety policy developments, preparing concise briefs on their implications.
· Support the design and tracking of project plans for key policy initiatives and programs.
· Assist in compiling briefing materials, Q&A libraries, and risk assessments for stakeholder engagements.
· Help coordinate internal workshops and cross-functional meetings to align on safety-by-design principles.
· Conduct research to benchmark policies against industry standards and peer company practices.
· Manage document repositories, meeting notes, and version control for policy assets and reports.
· Support post-initiative reviews to synthesize lessons learned and contribute to best-practice toolkits.
Requirements
· Able to commit to a full-time, 6-month internship (minimum 40 hours/week), starting around June 2025.
· A strong interest in technology policy, digital governance, online safety, or related fields.
· Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
· Superb organizational and time-management abilities with a keen eye for detail.
· A collaborative mindset, comfortable working both independently and within a global, multicultural team.
· Proactive attitude and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Who This Internship Is Ideal For
A detail-oriented and intellectually curious student passionate about the intersection of technology, policy, and society, who thrives on research and analysis and wants to understand how large organizations navigate global digital responsibility.
About the Company
Tencent is a world-leading internet and technology company, developing innovative services and products that shape social connectivity, entertainment, and enterprise solutions on a global scale.
Internship Details
Location: Singapore-CapitaSky
Duration: 6 months
Commitment: Full-time (minimum 40 hours/week)
Working Arrangement (Onsite/Hybrid/Remote): On-site
Stipend (if provided): Competitive monthly remuneration provided.
Application Deadline: Rolling basis
