Job ID : 253475
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Statistics
Category and Level : Internship, I-1
Duty Station : NAIROBI
Department/Office : United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Date Posted : Feb 21, 2025
Deadline : Mar 7, 2025
Introduction to the Intern – Geospatial Data Analysis Role
The Intern – Geospatial Data Analysis position at the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) in Nairobi presents an exciting opportunity for aspiring professionals in geospatial sciences, data analysis, and urban development.
As part of the Economic, Social, and Development Job Network, this internship is designed to support the organization’s mission of promoting sustainable urbanization and resilient communities through innovative geospatial technologies and data-driven decision-making.
This internship will expose candidates to cutting-edge spatial analysis techniques, geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, and urban analytics. Interns will assist in collecting, processing, and analyzing geospatial data to support various UN-Habitat projects, including sustainable urban planning, climate resilience, infrastructure development, and spatial inequality assessments. The role will involve working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including urban planners, data scientists, and policy experts, to provide valuable insights for evidence-based policymaking and urban management.
Through this role, interns will gain hands-on experience in using GIS tools, developing spatial datasets, and visualizing geospatial information to address pressing urban challenges. The position also offers opportunities for learning and professional growth, with exposure to international development projects and collaboration with global stakeholders.
The ideal candidate should have a background in geospatial sciences, geography, environmental studies, urban planning, or a related field. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in GIS software (such as ArcGIS or QGIS), and an understanding of remote sensing applications will be highly beneficial. This internship provides a unique chance to contribute to sustainable urban development while enhancing technical and research skills in geospatial data analysis.
