Human Resources Office

CUPDF: Research Intern - GIS

Position: Research Intern - GIS

Location: Ahmedabad, India

Number of Positions: 01

Term: Short-term contract (minimum 3 months)

Date of Posting: July 15, 2025

Closing Date: Open until filled

Reference Number: SC-25-26/023

Anticipated Start Date: Immediate

Key Words: GIS, Remote Sensing, Urban Planning

About CEPT Urban Planning and Design Foundation (CUPDF), CEPT University

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Government of India has designated CEPT University as a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Urban Planning and Design in December 2023. CEPT University’s CoE is housed within CEPT Urban Planning and Design Foundation (CUPDF), a not-for-profit company of CEPT University, Ahmedabad.

The main objective of CUPDF is to undertake action research and capacity building across cities and states. Its focus is on enhancing the effectiveness of urban planning and design by identifying urban problems, generating research-based insights and informing cities with tailored solutions to support the implementation of urban projects.

About the Position:

The Research Intern will support the ongoing study on Figure Ground Maps for Indian Cities. He/she will collect and process spatial data including building footprints and base maps using GIS and remote sensing tools. It includes preparing reports, maps and visual content while supporting research writing at CUPDF.

Other tasks on the job may include:

  • Analyze data, create maps and visual representations
  • Extract insights on urban planning and development across cities
  • Contribute to research reports, presentations, etc. summarizing findings from the study.

Reports to: Chair of Research / Deputy Head / Head at CUPDF

Essential Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Currently pursuing or completed a Master’s degree in Geomatics or similar.
  • Familiarity with satellite imagery interpretation, GIS software (QGIS/ArcGIS), R, Python.
  • Basic knowledge of remote sensing tools and building footprint mapping.
  • Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to communicate spatial insights effectively through reports and visuals.

To Apply:

Fill and submit this Google form: https://tinyurl.com/cept-coe-4

List of Documents to be attached in the form:

  • Detailed CV
  • A presentation with 10 slides showcasing your best work or portfolio or executive summary of a report authored by you to showcase your visual communication or writing skills.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.