Computational Urban Designer Intern

KPF; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

KPF, a leading architecture and master planning firm, seeks a Computational Urban Designer Intern in New York. You will gain hands-on experience by applying geospatial analysis and visualization to shape our design and policy strategies.

Your work will focus on research and mapping initiatives, running internal data pipelines, and creating maps that reveal spatial patterns to inform planning decisions. This in-person role requires daily presence in the New York office, offering exposure to

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture, Urban Design, or Urban Planning.
• Experience with GIS and data visualization.
• Strong ability to translate analysis into visuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with GIS-based research and mapping to inform planning strategies.
• Support internal data pipelines and provide geospatial analyses for projects.

Skills

GIS (QGIS)

Data visualization

Graphic storytelling

Python scripting

Git

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture, Urban Design, or Urban Planning

Tools

Python

Git

Job description

Computational Urban Designer InternPlease click the link to view our Cookie Notice### Computational Urban Designer InternApply: New York: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: JR202600112**We Are**KPF is a leading architecture and master planning firm designing projects of various scales around the world. Our mission as architects is to transform cities through context, craft, and performance. The KPF Urban Interface (KPFui) team advances this mission through computation, data, and measurable performance. We build the computational tools and data workflows that connect rigorous urban analysis to design action, helping project teams understand what to design, why it matters, and how to make it better. Our work spans performance-based design, urban data analytics, and software development, operating across KPF's global projects and offices. **Role Description**As an intern, you will gain direct exposure to KPF’s practices by using geospatial data analysis and visualization to shape our design and planning strategies. This is a hands-on role for someone interested in research that informs public policy and looking to build practical expertise in computational urban design. Your work will focus on two primary areas: **Research and Mapping Initiatives*** Support internal urban research initiatives and external collaborations with city agencies.* Develop maps and visualizations to uncover spatial patterns and inform broader planning strategies.* Translate complex technical analysis into clear, accessible narratives that empower non-technical clients to make informed decisions.**Project Support*** Run our internal urban data pipelines and scripts to generate actionable insights.* Support architecture and urban design teams with targeted geospatial analysis across a wide range of active projects. **Required Experience and Skills** **Essential:*** Experience with GIS software (QGIS or equivalent) and familiarity with core vector operations.* Experience with data visualization in any tool or environment.* Ability to communicate complex analysis through strong graphic representation.* Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Urban Design, Urban Planning, or a related field.**Bonus:*** Familiarity with public urban datasets (e.g., open city data portals, census data).* Experience with Python scripting and/or any other coding languages.* Git fluency and experience working in a collaborative development environment.**Work Environment:**This position requires you to be in person in **our New York office** 5 days per week.### **Pay Range:**$22.00 - $25.00 Hourly**Why KPF?**KPF’s mission is to elevate cities through impactful design, collaborating closely with the world’s most forward-thinking clients to create high performing, carefully crafted buildings that are unique to their physical, social, and environmental contexts.* **Career Growth:** Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.* **Company Culture:** Collaborative, high-performance environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.* **Benefits:** Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with company matching contributions, paid time off and other perks.**To Apply:**Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_**KPF is an equal opportunity employer.**