Writer cum Research Intern (Remote) January/ February 2025 Intake

The Financial Coconut is a leading platform dedicated to enhancing financial literacy through engaging content. We produce podcasts, articles, and social media posts that empower our audience to make informed financial decisions.

Role Overview:
As a Writer/Research Intern, you will be instrumental in developing high-quality content. You will conduct research for podcast episodes, write copies & informative pieces, and create captivating carousel posts for our social media channels. This role is perfect for those passionate about finance and content creation.

Key Responsibilities:

Copywriting and Marketing Content:

• Write persuasive copy for marketing campaigns, ads, website content, and promotional materials.
• Craft compelling headlines, taglines, and calls-to-action to capture audience attention.
• Ensure copy aligns with brand voice, tone, and messaging guidelines.

Social Media Content:

• Develop creative social media posts for platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Write attention-grabbing captions, descriptions, and hashtags to maximse reach and engagement.
• Stay up-to-date with social media trends and best practices.

Guides and Instructional Content:

• Research and write comprehensive guides, how-to articles, and instructional content.
• Break down complex topics into easy-to-understand formats.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts for accurate and in-depth content.

What We Offer:

• Hands-on experience in content creation and writing
• Mentorship from experienced writers and financial educators
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful financial education initiatives

Our team is remote with occassional on-site assignments.

Check us out on YouTube and Instagram @thefinancialcoconut, or www.thefinancialcoconut.com

Feel free to share samples of your work or portfolio of your published articles, along with your application.

We are looking for you if you have...

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field
• Strong interest in finance and personal development
• Prior writing or research experience is a plus
• Familiarity with social media content creation
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Language: Native-level fluency in English; ability to speak Mandarin or Bahasa Malaysia is a plus but not required

Skills:

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities with a strong command of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Adaptability to write for different audiences and platforms
• Familiarity with CMS and social media platforms
• Strong research and analysis skills
• Creativity to generate fresh, engaging ideas

Join us in our mission to make finance fun and accessible for everyone!

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About The Financial Coconut:

The Financial Coconut is a leading Singaporean media company dedicated to educating working professionals on effective financial management, smart investing, and achieving a comfortable retirement. Our mission is encapsulated in our slogan: "work smart, invest, retire well."

We produce a range of content, including podcasts, YouTube videos, and social media shorts, to address financial challenges, economic shifts, and investment strategies tailored to the Singaporean context.

Join us in our mission to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to achieve financial success and a secure retirement.

Job Type: Internship

Pay: RM800.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for promotion
• Professional development
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• How would you rate your knowledge level in Financial/ investment area? Please elaborate where applicable.
• Do you have any sample work for us to review?
• When is your earliest start date?
• Can you do a 6-month internship? If not how long is your internship duration?

Language:

• Bahasa Malaysia (Preferred)
• Mandarin (Preferred)