Market & Partnership Dev Intern

Company Description GETAcademy is a professional development organization that offers certifications, consultancy services, and incubation support through a holistic approach to problem-solving. The academy’s instructors focus on the broader context of each client’s challenges, delivering practical insights and strategic guidance. Programs are designed to help individuals and organizations overcome common roadblocks to growth and long-term success. GETAcademy emphasizes real-world application, empowering clients to build sustainable skills and capabilities.

Role Description The Market Development (Local and International) internship role focuses on supporting GETAcademy’s growth in Malaysia and across international markets. Day-to-day tasks may include conducting market research, assisting in identifying new partnership and business opportunities, and helping to develop outreach strategies for educational programs and services. The intern will support marketing campaigns, prepare presentations and reports, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and effective engagement with prospects and partners. This is an internship position based in Malaysia with a hybrid work arrangement, combining on-site collaboration with some work-from-home flexibility.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in market development, business growth, and international expansion, preferably within education or professional training sectors.
• Ability to conduct structured market and competitor research, analyze data, and summarize insights clearly.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in additional languages commonly used in Malaysia or regional markets is an advantage.
• Comfort with digital tools and platforms, including office productivity software, online collaboration tools, and basic data management.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed studies in Business, Marketing, International Relations, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Interest in client-facing work, with a professional, inclusive, and respectful approach to diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute ideas to improve outreach, partnerships, and program visibility.