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Geospatial Intern

Urban Redevelopment Authority Of Singapore (Ura)

The Role

Overview

Develop arcpy scripts, automate GIS workflows, and support data products for urban planning.

Key Responsibilities

  • workflow development
  • ui customization
  • arcgis notebooks
  • arcpy scripting
  • scrum collaboration
  • stakeholder engagement

Tasks

-Support implementation work to launch the new data products and associated workflows -Build new workflows on Esri Workflow Manager and customise the UI using Esri Experience Builder -Participate and contribute to scrum meetings -Consult with planners and design user experience to satisfy their requirements -Co-development as part of a scrum team -Engage with stakeholders and propose solutions at review sessions to get stakeholders' buy-in -Schedule and run ArcGIS notebooks and other geoprocessing scripts -Develop arcpy scripts that will run as GP services to automatically update data

Requirements

  • esri
  • arcgis
  • python
  • react
  • azure
  • student

What You Bring

-Familiarisation with Esri tech stack and enterprise solutions -Students pursuing Computer Science / Information Technology / Urban Science / GIS / Geography / related fields. -ArcGIS functions/modules: Tasks and Toolkits, Workflow Manager, Tasks and Toolkits, Data Reviewer, Rules management, Parcel Fabric -GIS technology: ArcGIS Server, GeoServer, PostGIS, Feature Service, GP service, Notebook, Workflow Manager, Experience Builder -Effective presentation, communication, and writing skills -Other software: Jira, Confluence, GitLab, Figma, Canva, FME, Jenkins, Microsoft Azure, AWS -Programming skills: Python, ArcPy, Pandas, Geopandas and other ETL libraries -Front-end development: React, Redux, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Esri Maps SDK for Javascript, Web API development -ArcGIS Geoprocessing functions (Intersect, Union, Spatial join and etc.) -Interns who are able to commit 5-6 months minimally between Jan - Aug 2025. Full-time internship preferred.

The Company

About Urban Redevelopment Authority Of Singapore (Ura)

-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.

Sector Specialisms

Land use planning

Development control

Urban design

Building conservation

Land sales