Urban Planning Intern – Development, Planning & Urban Design

About the role

We are looking for a motivated Urban Planning Intern to join our Development, Planning and Urban Design (DPUD) team. The role provides hands‑on exposure to urban planning, spatial analysis and research‑led design across projects in the Middle East and worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Support land‑use planning, master‑planning and policy review under team guidance.
• Assist with research, data collection, mapping and basic spatial analysis.
• Prepare diagrams, plans, maps and presentations using GIS, CAD, Adobe or similar tools.
• Translate planning concepts and research findings into clear narratives and visual outputs.
• Interpret spatial, demographic and socio‑economic data for evidence‑based planning.
• Collaborate with urban designers, economists, transport planners and environmental specialists.
• Help draft reports, concept notes and client deliverables.
• Research urban trends, regulations and best practices, especially for the Middle East.
• Participate in internal knowledge‑sharing sessions and support other DPUD and Advisory teams as needed.

Required profile

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Urban Planning, Spatial Planning, Regional Planning or a related field.
• Basic understanding of planning processes, land‑use concepts and spatial planning principles.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Required skills

• GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS)
• AutoCAD
• Adobe Suite
• Microsoft Office
• SketchUp (or similar 3D modelling)
• Power BI (or other data‑visualisation tools)