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Urban Design Internship

Tatu City


Overview

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Vacancy Description
  • Internship
  • Tatu City
  • Applications have closed

Tatu City is a 5,000-acre new city on Nairobiโ€™s doorstep with homes, schools, businesses, a shopping district, a medical clinic, nature areas and recreation for more than 250,000 residents and tens of thousands of day visitors.

The Urban Design Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the planning and design of Tatu Cityโ€™s precincts, public spaces, and development areas. The role provides an opportunity to work on large-scale, mixed-use urban development projects while learning from experienced design professionals.

Key Responsibilities

  • ย Design Support:ย Assist the urban design team in developing and refining conceptual and detailed masterplans for various precincts within Tatu City.
  • ย Drawing & Graphics Production:ย Produce and edit design drawings, plans, and visual presentations using CAD and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • ย Site Layout & Analysis:ย Contribute to site layout studies, design options, and data collection to inform planning decisions.
  • ย Planning Support:ย Assist in preparing precinct plans, neighbourhood layouts, and initial yield projections for residential, commercial, and public spaces.
  • ย Documentation:ย Support the development of design documents such as Urban Design Frameworks (UDFs), place strategies, and streetscape guidelines.
  • ย Technical Drafting:ย Prepare and update detailed CAD drawings, reports, and design presentations.
  • ย Public Realm Focus:ย Assist in the design and coordination of public realm projects including parks, squares, and trails.
  • ย Inter-team Coordination:ย Work with other departments, including engineering, infrastructure, and construction teams, to ensure design alignment.
  • ย Site Familiarization:ย Participate in site visits and assist in collecting and analyzing field data.

Requirements

Technical Skills

  • Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelorโ€™s or Masterโ€™s degree in Architecture, Urban Design, Urban Planning, or a related field.
  • Foundational understanding of urban design and planning principles.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
  • Strong visual and graphical presentation skills.
  • Prior exposure to large-scale or community-based projects is an advantage.

Soft Skills & Personal Attributes

  • ย Eagerness to Learn:ย Proactive, adaptable, and open to guidance from senior colleagues.
  • ย Collaboration:ย A team player with a strong sense of initiative and cooperation.
  • ย Communication:ย Clear and professional in written and verbal communication.
  • ย Organization:ย Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks.
  • ย Work Ethic:ย Self-motivated, energetic, and committed to high-quality work delivery.
  • ย Flexibility:ย Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and adapting to evolving project needs.

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