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Are you searching for a writing internship in Singapore that goes beyond fetching coffee and making photocopies? Do you want to see your byline on a publication reaching over 600,000 unique visitors and 1.2 million page views each month?
As Singapore’s highest-read digital food and lifestyle publication, SETHLUI.com is looking for the next generation of digital storytellers. If you want a writing internship with hands-on editorial experience, real creative freedom and published work under your own name, you’ve come to the right place.
Should I do a writing internship with SETHLUI.com?
At SETHLUI.com, our interns don’t sit on the sidelines. You will join our hybrid online publication, learning how to balance a distinct, personal voice with honest, engaging journalism. Whether we are reviewing humble hawker stalls or fine-dining institutions, we deliver content that resonates across Singapore.
| Internship at a glance | |
|---|---|
| Location | Toa Payoh, Singapore |
| Commitment | Full-time, Mon to Fri |
| Hours | 10am to 7pm |
| Duration | 3 to 6 months |
| Allowance | S$800 to S$1,200/month |
| Tracks | Food or Lifestyle |
| Work | Writing, photography, events and interviews |
| Portfolio | Published work under your own byline |
We offer two distinct pathways for our writing interns, allowing you to align your placement with your personal passions:
- Food Content Writing Internship: Become a true curator of local flavours. You will suss out hidden gems, predict the next massive food craze and master food terminology.
- Lifestyle Content Writing Internship: Cover the heartbeat of the city. Dive into trending tech and gadgets, stay ahead of major retail sales and review the best hotels, concerts and holiday getaways.
What does a content writing intern do?
This role is designed to sharpen your digital editorial skills. You can expect a fast-paced, highly rewarding environment where you will produce around 2 articles daily. Your day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Diverse formats: Write high-impact content, including short-form news updates (300–350 words), trend-focused lifestyle listicles and comprehensive, long-form reviews (~800 words).
- On-the-ground reporting: Attend media events, product launches and tastings to gather raw material for your stories.
- Visual storytelling: Capture high-quality photography to complement your written words and create eye-catching headlines that capture the reader’s interest.
What skills should a writing intern have?
We are hunting for proactive, lively and responsible individuals who want to stand out in the competitive digital landscape. To secure a writing internship with us, you should meet the following criteria:
- Communication Skills: A strong command of English, an eye for grammatical detail and the ability to write in a clear, concise manner for online audiences
- Creative Instincts: A genuine enthusiasm for photography and a knack for conceptualising engaging angles
- Professional Commitment: Ability to commit to a full-time schedule (Mon to Fri, 10am – 7pm) at our Singapore office
- Eligibility: Applicants must have the legal right to work in Singapore.
Which writing internship is right for you?
Food Content Writer Internship
If you’re the person who saves new openings before everyone else, has opinions about where to get the best bowl of noodles, and doesn’t mind eating for work, the Food Content Writer Internship is probably your lane. You’ll review restaurants and hawker stalls, cover food news, attend tastings and build a portfolio of published food stories.
View the Food Content Writer Internship →
Lifestyle Content Writer Internship
Prefer tech, travel, hotels, concerts, retail and whatever Singapore is talking about this week? The Lifestyle Content Writer Internship covers a much wider beat, with a mix of trend stories, guides, reviews, interviews and event coverage.
View the Lifestyle Content Writer Internship →
More into video and social media?
If writing isn’t your main thing but you’re constantly thinking in Reels, TikToks and social formats, have a look at our Social Media Creative Internship instead.
View the Social Media Creative Internship →
What will I actually learn at the end of the internship?
This isn’t an internship where your best work stays inside a shared drive. Your articles are published on SETHLUI.com under your own byline, so by the end of the placement you should have a real portfolio you can show future employers.
Depending on your track, that may include restaurant reviews, interviews, news stories, guides, event coverage, photography and social content.
Ready to apply?
Pick the track that suits you:
Food Content Writer Internship
For food reviews, dining news, hawker stories and food photography.
Lifestyle Content Writer Internship
For tech, travel, retail, entertainment, events and lifestyle trends.
Prefer short-form video and social content? See our Social Media Creative Internship.
See all current openings at SETHLUI.com.
Frequently asked questions about our writing internships
How much does a writing internship at SETHLUI.com pay?
Interns receive S$800 to S$1,200 per month, depending on their education stage.
How long is the internship?
The internship runs for around 3 to 6 months.
Do I need writing experience?
Published experience helps, but strong English, good judgement, photography skills and the ability to take feedback matter more.
Is the internship remote?
Interns work from the Singapore office on weekdays. Some work-from-home flexibility may be available after meeting the required performance criteria.
What should I submit when applying?
Just fill out our form questions with a CV.
What’s the difference between the Food and Lifestyle writing internships?
The Food Content Writer Internship focuses on restaurant reviews, hawker stories, food news, tastings and food photography. The Lifestyle Content Writer Internship covers a broader mix of topics such as travel, tech, retail, entertainment, hotels, events and lifestyle trends. Both roles involve writing, photography, attending assignments and building a portfolio of published work under your own byline.
