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Food Writing Internships with MakanMakan Sg

Love food? Love writing? Join Singapore's definitive food discovery platform and get paid to eat your way through the Lion City's best hawker stalls, hidden cafes, and legendary restaurants.

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MakanMakan Sg has two types of internships available — one for video producers and another for writers. We have openings for both positions now. If you're interested in pursuing a career in the food and media industry, MakanMakan Sg is where you'll get to learn first-hand from one of Singapore's leading food publishers.

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Media Internships Available

Choose the path that matches your skills and passion

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Production

Video Producer Internship

As a video producer, you'll be creating videos for our social media channels. We're looking for people who can start ASAP and have a passion for visual storytelling.

  • Ability to discern between bad and good food
  • A natural interest in food and dining culture
  • Basic skills in Premiere Pro and Lightroom
  • Full-time commitment of at least six months (Mon-Fri, 9am to 6pm)
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Editorial

Food Writer Internship

As a food intern, your mission is to travel around Singapore to discover the best food on our island. All meals and transport will be completely paid for by the company.

  • Ability to discern between bad and good food
  • A natural interest in food and storytelling
  • Grammatically sound writing skills
  • Full-time commitment of at least six months (Mon-Fri, 9am to 6pm)

Yes, you literally get paid to eat! But if you don't like food or writing, the novelty will wear off quickly. Eating is not a skill — even our office cat does that daily. You need to have a true passion for food and the desire to share your recommendations so people end up having good dining experiences.

What You'll Do

An Eatbook writer is versatile, equally adept at understanding the nuances sous vide cooking provides and the appeal of an oily plate of Char Kway Teow riddled with pork lard. You have to be confident enough to talk to chefs and stall owners, to uncover the stories that don't get told.

You'll then write about your experiences, sharing them honestly with our readers. Our best performing interns sometimes even go overseas on media press trips — from discovering how Kinmemai rice is made in Tokyo to exploring food haven enclaves in Swan Valley, Australia.

If you're the one your friends always go to for recommendations, and can proudly rattle off a list of "where to get the best XYZ food" because you already compiled it in your head, then we want you.

This position is challenging and requires hard work throughout the internship. If you're thinking of just having fun and eating free food, please do not apply. We're looking for dedicated individuals who are serious about building a career in food media.

How to Apply

Your email will be your first interview — make it count

Application Requirements

Use a conversational writing style and tell us over 3 paragraphs:

  • About yourself and your background
  • Any relevant cooking or food experience you have
  • Why you think you're suitable for this role
  • Your Instagram account and period of availability
  • Attach your resume

Think of a way to make yourself stand out from other applicants. This position requires hard work throughout the internship, so show us why you're the right fit.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Good luck!