Metrobank Foundation, Inc.

The Metrobank Foundation, Inc. (MBFI) was established on January 8, 1979 by Dr. George Ty Siao Kian, sixteen (16) years after he founded the Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company (Metrobank). As the corporate social responsibility arm of the Metrobank Group, MBFI implements various programs on education, visual arts, health, and in the recognition of excellence among key professions. It also maintains a dynamic partnership with other organizations that likewise provide services for the underprivileged and marginalized sectors of society and remains responsive to aid survivors of natural calamities in the Philippines and in Asia through relief and rehabilitation efforts.

Over the years, MBFI has emerged as one of the country’s most active corporate philanthropic organizations and has since then garnered various awards both in the local and international scene.

Its flagship programs include the Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos; Metrobank Art & Design Excellence (MADE); Metrobank Scholarship Program (MSP); Metrobank MTAP-DepEd Math Challenge (MMC); Grants and Social Development Partnerships, Disaster Response, National Teachers’ Month (NTM) celebration, and the Metrobank Foundation Professorial Chair Lectures. MBFI is also the principal owner of the Manila Doctors Hospital (MDH), one of the leading centers of wellness in the country.

Consistent with its “Excel. Engage. Empower” roadmap, the Foundation’s programs seek to inspire people to excel in what they do, engage them and the communities they belong to, and empower them to become agents of positive change and influence—all for the onward pursuit of nation-building.

Work Set-up:  Hybrid [3 days work on-site and 2 days work from home]

Office Address: 2nd floor, GT Capital, 6183 Ayala Ave., cor. H.V. Dela Costa St., Makati City, 1227

MBFI Corporate Communications Unit [2 Trainees]

Tasks/Responsibilities

Writing of stories and media releases; management of social media platforms; media monitoring; video production; research works; creatives and graphic design

Skills/Qualifications

Knowledge of the basics of journalism and passion for creative writing; advocacy communication; digital communication; graphic design and video editing; basic research and production of publication; excellent oral communication

Internship Supervisors

Monica Belle Tejada / Harry Creo

MBFI GT Foundation [1 Trainee]

Tasks/Responsibilities

Preparation of concept notes, research papers, and other documents relevant to the programs; project coordination; attendance in unit meetings, provide assistance in the implementation of activities of the Foundation

Skills/Qualifications

Project management, research, coordination, communication skills; use of MS Office and virtual meeting platforms

Internship Supervisors

Laarnie Luna

MBFI Education Unit [1 Trainee]

Tasks/Responsibilities

Preparation of documents relevant to the Scholarship programs; project coordination; events management and documentation. Provide assistance in the implementation of activities of the Foundation, attendance in meetings and institutional activities.

Skills/Qualifications

Project management, events coordination, Excellent oral and written communication skills; use of MS Office and virtual meeting platforms

Internship Supervisor

Allan A. Reyes

MBFI Excellence Awards Unit [2 Trainees]

Tasks/Responsibilities

Hands-on exposure in the process of selecting the 2025 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos. Preparation of pertinent materials related to the Final Judging, Press Releases for the announcement of winners and initial tasks for Conferment Ceremonies 

Skills/Qualifications

Basic/Advance skills in Microsoft suite, good communication skills, high organizational skills, layout, video editing and graphic design skills as advantage as well as knowledge and experience in handling online events.

Internship Supervisor

Kristal T. Batino / Kristine E. Nuyda

MBFI Grants and Partnerships Unit [1 Trainee]

Tasks/Responsibilities

Preparation of concept notes, research papers, and other documents relevant to the programs; project coordination; attendance in unit meetings, provide assistance in the implementation of activities of the Foundation. Assist the unit in the updating of data for the database.

Skills/Qualifications

Project management, research, coordination, communication skills; use of MS Office and sharepoint, virtual meeting platforms such as teams and zoom, good communication skills, high organizational skills, layout and graphic design skills are a plus.

Internship Supervisor

Rahib Abdullah

MBFI Art and Design Unit [1 Trainee]

Tasks/Responsibilities

Assist in MADE digital communication and social media management

Assist in the preparations for the MADE 41st Celebration 

Assist in the production of the 2026 MADE Art Catalogue – Souvenir Program

Skills/Qualifications

Project management, research, coordination, communication skills; layout and graphic design skills are a plus.

Internship Supervisor

Bernadette Villanueva

Human Resource and Organizational Development Unit [1 Trainee]

Tasks/Responsibilities

Develop the employee engagement framework

Assist in the HROD Policy writing

Preparation of guidelines for the Foundation’s Knowledge Management 

Preparation of Publication Materials and information campaign for Employee Engagement Programs

Skills/Qualifications

Policy writing, project management, research, coordination, communication skills 

Internship Supervisor

Julie Ann G. Gono Cruz

MBFI Executive Office [1 Trainee]

Tasks/Responsibilities

Development of a compendium of MBFI Best Practices 

Assist in the production of creative requirements (key visuals, PPT slides, etc,.) for the President's Retirement Celebration 

Skills/Qualifications

Layout and graphic design skills, project management, research, coordination

Internship Supervisor

Almira Villanueva

Requirements

• Resume/ Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

• Sample work/portfolio

Application Process

Interested applicants may submit the requirements with the cover/application letter addressed to the overall internship supervisor.

Overall Internship Supervisor

Ms. Julie Ann G. Gono Cruz

HROD Officer

Metrobank Foundation, Inc. 

4F Executive Offices, Metrobank Plaza, 

Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., 1200 Makati City