Transport Planning Intern at Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP)

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Transport Planning Intern will support ITDP’s programmes in Kenya over a three to six-month period in the form of field surveys, data analysis, mapping, and report preparation. Potential project areas will include public transport, complete streets parking management, and urban development. The specific focus area can be tailored to the interests of the Intern. The Transport Planning Intern will be based in Nairobi and will report to the Country Manager, Kenya.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and carry out transport surveys.
• Collect, process, and analyse transport data.
• Assist with mapping and setup of transport models.
• Preparation of conceptual designs for walking and cycling facilities and public transport corridors.
• Prepare project reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in Civil Engineering with an interest in sustainable transport.
• Familiarity with transport planning, public transport, non-motorised transport (NMT), topographic surveys, and pavement design.
• Experience in design and drafting using AutoCAD, spatial analysis using GIS software, and data analysis using Excel.
• Familiarity with the Adobe suite preferred.
• Excellent writing skills in English and Swahili.

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Strong commitment to advancing ITDP’s mission and to environmental and social justice.
• Excellent research and analytical skills; enjoy working with numbers!
• Ability to communicate well, make powerful presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects, even when under pressure.
• Ability to maintain high standards while contributing pragmatic ideas.
• Availability to travel frequently.