Data Science & Analytics Intern (Urban Analytics)

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Urban Redevelopment Authority Of Singapore (Ura)
Singapore’s land‑use planning, development‑control & conservation agency guiding urban growth.
Assist with data analytics & visualizations for urban amenity accessibility planning.
8 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
data analytics
tool development
batch processing
arcgis pro
data pipelines
data visualization
  • Gain insights into how data analytics supports evidence-based urban planning decision-making processes.
  • Collaborate with urban planners to interpret data findings meaningfully in the context of amenity provision and accessibility.
  • Develop tools and scripts to automate batch processing of data analytics, and/or develop geoprocessing tools on ArcGIS Pro in Python (ArcPy) to streamline analytics workflows for URA planners.
  • Participate in deploying data pipelines for batch processing and scheduled reporting to stakeholders.
  • Assist with exploratory data analytics of accessibility to Social Communal Facilities (SCF) and other key amenities.
  • Build technical competencies in automated data processing and analytics, including batch processing pipelines and scheduled reporting systems.
  • Create visualisations and effective presentations to communicate deeply technical results into digestable findings and actionables for a diverse group of stakeholders.
What you bring
statistics
arcgis
sql
python
gis
data visualization
  • Familiarity with basic statistics.
  • Familiarity with ArcGIS Pro and/or SQL is preferred.
  • Comfortable with scripting in Python.
  • Develop proficiency in geospatial analysis tools and scripting for urban planning workflows.
  • Undergraduate / Postgraduate students pursuing Data Science & Analytics, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or other relevant studies.
  • Develop proficiency in creating data visualizations and communication skills by translating complex technical findings into actionable insights for a diverse stakeholder audience.
Benefits
  • Gain hands-on experience in exploratory data analysis techniques applied to urban accessibility and amenity planning challenges.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
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.
Culture + Values
  • 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.
Environment + Sustainability
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.
Inclusion & Diversity
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