Strategic Research Intern
Urban Redevelopment Authority Of Singapore (Ura)
Assist URA planners in research on health, liveability, mobility and policy analysis.
23 days ago ago
Entry-level
Internship
Singapore, Singapore
Office Full-Time
Company Size
750 Employees
Service Specialisms
Urban Planning
Property Development
Design
Construction Management
Consulting
Architecture
Engineering
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Land use planning
Development control
Urban design
Building conservation
Land sales
Role
What you would be doing
stakeholder engagement
policy scan
land use
research review
fieldwork
data synthesis
- Develop skills in stakeholder engagement and management
- Conduct scan of international policies, understanding policy context and potential applications in Singapore
- Develop better understanding of land use planning in Singapore and key planning-related issues such as health and well-being, liveability and mobility.
- Conduct scan on innovative research ideas for exhibition content development and identify stakeholders to engage
- Work with SR planners to identify and develop new research topics and projects by conducting background research, literature reviews and fieldwork. Topics may include health and well-being, liveability, and future mobility.
- Support SR planners to plan and execute research engagements with stakeholders, and analyse and synthesise findings to inform policy and planning recommendations
What you bring
full-time
internship
architecture
geography
urban planning
research
- Internship Period: May - Aug 2026. Full-time internship preferred.
- Undergraduates/Postgraduate students pursuing Architecture, Geography, Real Estate, Urban Planning, Sociology or related social science disciplines.
- Acquire practical knowledge and experience in conducting research on a wide range of planning issues and applying research outcomes to inform agencies’ plans and policies
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1974
Year of establishment
The year URA was established under the Ministry of National Development.
55 Planning Areas
Land Use Management
Number of planning areas where URA dictates land use.
7,000 Buildings
Conservation Efforts
Number of buildings conserved since the Conservation Master Plan of 1989.
6.5 Ha Sold
Land Sale Record
Record-breaking land sale in Jurong Lake District in 2023.
- As the national development regulator, it approves projects, manages land sales, and shapes urban design for iconic zones like Marina Bay and Orchard Road.
- It drives major precincts like Jurong Lake and Punggol Digital District, weaving mixed-use, walkable hubs with commercial, residential and lifestyle appeal.
- It manages public car parks, runs the Singapore City Gallery, and licenses underground infrastructure use.
- Through architectural competitions and landmark site policies, it encourages standout, futuristic buildings like Singapore’s soon-to-be-tallest at 8 Shenton Way.
- It merges smart-city tech with physical design to future-proof the city using data-driven digital planning tools and AI.
- They are passionate about creating a better city.
- They work collaboratively to achieve excellence.
- They uphold integrity in everything they do.
- They value continuous learning and innovation.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Aiming for zero net carbon emissions by the year 2050 through strategic sustainability initiatives.
80% Green Mark
Building Certification Target
Aiming for 80% of buildings to meet Green Mark certification standards by 2030.
- Development projects are required to meet high environmental standards for sustainable construction and operation.
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