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Internship Business Development/Sales Intern

The Moving Image
Internship

This role is a Business Development Internship at The Moving Image Sdn Bhd. It involves building relationships with clients, developing sales strategies, and working with a team to support business growth.

Perak
MYR 500 - 1999

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor (Civil & Environmental Engineering)

Petronas
Full-Time

Join Petronas as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in Civil & Environmental Engineering, where you'll enhance student learning through innovative educational programs and research contributions. This role is ideal for experienced academics passionate about teaching, supervising students, and collaborating with industry professionals to elevate educational standards. Contribute to a vibrant academic community that impacts both the industry and society positively.

Perak
Undisclosed

Executive, Safety,Health & Environment

PROTON
Full-Time

The Executive, Safety, Health & Environment will be responsible for developing and implementing safety and environmental procedures at PROTON. This role requires strong leadership in compliance programs and audits, as well as training and promoting safety awareness among employees.

Perak
Undisclosed

Sales Executive

CelcomDigi
Internship

The Sales Executive role at CelcomDigi focuses on driving sales in the Teluk Intan region. The successful candidate will engage with customers to understand their needs and provide suitable solutions, while also maintaining client relationships.

Perak
Undisclosed

Relationship Manager, CBBC

RHB Bank
Full-Time

The Relationship Manager role focuses on managing and expanding relationships with Middle Market and SME clients. You will be responsible for driving sales, ensuring customer satisfaction, and conducting credit assessments to support business growth.

Perak
Undisclosed

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor, (Mechanical Engineering)

Petronas
Full-Time

Join Petronas as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in Mechanical Engineering, where you'll enhance student learning through innovative educational programs and research contributions. This role focuses on supervising students, ensuring teaching quality, and collaborating with industry professionals. Ideal for experienced educators passionate about advancing academic excellence and impactful research in engineering.

Perak
Undisclosed

Sales Bancassurance

Public Bank
Internship

The Sales Bancassurance intern will engage with clients to promote and sell bancassurance products. This role focuses on building relationships, understanding client needs, and delivering tailored financial solutions while ensuring high levels of customer service.

Perak
RM 3,500 – RM 5,000 per month

By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated May 2026

About Working in Perak

Perak is one of Malaysia's largest states and carries a rich industrial heritage rooted in tin mining — the same mining wealth that built colonial-era Ipoh, now one of Malaysia's most charming mid-size cities. Today, Perak's economy has pivoted toward manufacturing, tourism, agriculture, and services.

Ipoh, the state capital, is the main employment hub with a well-developed commercial district, public hospitals, and a growing food tourism industry. Taiping, Malaysia's oldest planned town, offers a quieter professional environment with strong civil service and education sectors. Industrial areas in Chemor, Menglembu, and Meru support manufacturing and engineering roles.

According to DOSM, Perak's median household income is approximately RM 6,200/month. The state's cost of living is among the lowest in Peninsular Malaysia — Ipoh in particular is famous for its affordable property and food, making it a magnet for remote workers and retirees from KL.

Salary & Hiring Trends in Perak

Perak salaries reflect its non-metropolitan status. Fresh graduates earn RM 1,800–2,700/month, mid-career professionals RM 3,000–5,500/month. Engineering and technical roles at manufacturing plants in the Chemor and Meru industrial corridors pay competitively. Tourism and retail wages are modest but benefit from Ipoh's low cost of living.

Key hiring areas include the Ipoh city centre (retail, F&B, government), Chemor Industrial Area (manufacturing, automotive), Taiping (education, healthcare, public sector), and Lumut (naval base, petrochemicals). The growing digital nomad and tourism influx is creating new demand for hospitality and creative services roles in Ipoh.

Top Industries in Perak

Manufacturing

Automotive components, plastics, and metal fabrication at industrial parks in Chemor, Menglembu, and Meru.

Tourism & Hospitality

Boutique hotels, heritage cafes, and tour operators catering to Ipoh's booming food and cultural tourism scene.

Agriculture

Paddy farming, pomelo orchards, and palm oil estates employ a large rural workforce across Perak's vast plains.

Education

UTAR Kampar, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), and private colleges create academic and admin roles.

Healthcare

Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital and private clinics across Ipoh and Taiping employ medical and allied health professionals.

Engineering

Process, mechanical, and electrical engineers for industrial plants and infrastructure projects across the state.

How to Find Jobs in Perak

  1. 1

    Search for Perak jobs on SuperJobs by selecting "Perak" as the location. Filter by Ipoh, Taiping, Teluk Intan, or Lumut depending on your preferred area.

  2. 2

    Highlight technical skills and local knowledge on your CV. Perak employers in manufacturing and engineering value hands-on experience and relevant certifications.

  3. 3

    Apply through SuperJobs. Hiring cycles in Perak tend to be straightforward — expect 1–2 interview rounds for most roles.

  4. 4

    Factor in Perak's significant cost-of-living advantage. Property in Ipoh is among the most affordable of any Malaysian city — studio apartments rent for as low as RM 500–900/month.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Perak jobs are listed on SuperJobs right now?
SuperJobs lists active jobs in Perak across all industries, updated daily. Most openings are concentrated in Ipoh and the surrounding industrial areas of Chemor and Menglembu, with additional listings in Taiping and Lumut.
Which industries hire the most in Perak?
Manufacturing, tourism & hospitality, agriculture, education, healthcare, and engineering are the top hiring sectors. Ipoh's resurgent food tourism scene is a significant employer for hospitality and F&B roles, while Chemor's industrial park drives manufacturing and engineering demand.
What is the average salary range for jobs in Perak?
Fresh graduates in Perak earn RM 1,800–2,700/month. Mid-career professionals earn RM 3,000–5,500/month. Engineering and technical roles at industrial manufacturers tend to offer the highest pay. The cost-of-living advantage in Perak — particularly affordable housing and food — significantly enhances real purchasing power.
Are there part-time and internship opportunities available in Perak?
Yes. Ipoh's growing cafe, restaurant, and hotel scene regularly hires part-time staff, especially during peak tourist periods. UTAR Kampar and UPSI are strong internship pipelines for manufacturing, education, and technology companies in the state.
How do I apply for jobs in Perak on SuperJobs?
Select "Perak" in the location filter on SuperJobs and browse available positions. You can search by city (Ipoh, Taiping, Teluk Intan) using keywords. Set up job alerts to receive notifications when new Perak roles match your profile.