Intern - External Affairs

Summary

Join Tala, a leading fintech company, as an External Affairs Intern and contribute to a critical anti-fraud campaign. This paid, part-time position offers a flexible schedule and valuable experience in regulatory and corporate affairs. You will research and create educational materials on digital literacy and fraud prevention, track fraudulent activities on social media, and prepare comprehensive reports. The internship provides at least 80 hours of training monthly. This role is ideal for students interested in a career in regulatory or corporate affairs and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on Tala's mission to serve millions of customers globally.

Requirements

• Current student of a reputable college or university
• Proficiency in using social media platforms and social media monitoring tools
• Proficiency in English and Bisaya, particularly the ability to write fluently
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Practical understanding of basic online security best practices

Responsibilities

• Assist the External Affairs Director with planning and implementing an anti-fraud campaign that will launch in June 2025 and may continue until December 2025
• Identify, document and report instances of common scams affecting the Tala brand, including methods used, targets, and potential impact, on social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter)
• Prepare a monthly high-level report on scam incidents and trends and a final report that may be used as a training reference for future interns and external stakeholders
• Research tips, tools and methods to mitigate risks arising from common scams
• Prepare material about fraud and scam prevention for dissemination to Tala users

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of public sector stakeholders who regulate or otherwise impact the fintech industry and the banking industry would be an advantage
• Students of computer science, statistics, law, psychology, communications and mass media fields are welcome

Benefits

• This paid part-time position offers a flexible schedule
• It offers at least 80 hours of training hours each month