Urban Design Intern at Tatu City

Tatu City, Kiambu, Kenya -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Urban Design, Planning, CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Visual Presentation, Site Analysis, Documentation, Technical Drafting, Collaboration, Communication, Organization, Work Ethic, Flexibility, Data Collection, Design Support, Public Realm Design

Industry

Real Estate

Description

The Urban Design Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the planning and design of Tatu City’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 Design Support: Assist the urban design team in developing and refining conceptual and detailed masterplans for various precincts within Tatu City. Drawing & Graphics Production: Produce and edit design drawings, plans, and visual presentations using CAD and Adobe Creative Suite. Site Layout & Analysis: Contribute to site layout studies, design options, and data collection to inform planning decisions. Planning Support: Assist in preparing precinct plans, neighbourhood layouts, and initial yield projections for residential, commercial, and public spaces. Documentation: Support the development of design documents such as Urban Design Frameworks (UDFs), place strategies, and streetscape guidelines. Technical Drafting: Prepare and update detailed CAD drawings, reports, and design presentations. Public Realm Focus: Assist in the design and coordination of public realm projects including parks, squares, and trails. Inter-team Coordination: Work with other departments, including engineering, infrastructure, and construction teams, to ensure design alignment. Site Familiarization: Participate in site visits and assist in collecting and analyzing field data. Technical Skills Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’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 Eagerness to Learn: Proactive, adaptable, and open to guidance from senior colleagues. Collaboration: A team player with a strong sense of initiative and cooperation. Communication: Clear and professional in written and verbal communication. Organization: Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks. Work Ethic: Self-motivated, energetic, and committed to high-quality work delivery. Flexibility: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and adapting to evolving project needs.

Responsibilities

The Urban Design Intern will assist the urban design team in developing masterplans and producing design drawings. The role includes site analysis, documentation support, and coordination with other departments.