Internship

Do you want to gain work experience in shaping more sustainable, equitable, and loved cities, communities and spaces?

‍Join Our Future Cities for an immersive internship based in the urban laboratory of Cape Town. We’re looking for curious, driven individuals from any city or country who are excited to learn, contribute, and grow with us.

As our team takes on more ambitious projects globally, interns will play a meaningful role—not just through research and creative delivery, but also by exploring new ideas, engaging with partners, and spotting opportunities to create real-world impact.

We welcome applicants from any academic background. What matters most is your initiative, enthusiasm and passion for all things urbanism, cities and urban design.

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• Duration: 6 months (The 2026 cohort commences late January 2026)
• Type: In-Person (fixed-term)
• Level: Intern
• Location: Cape Town, South Africa
• Remuneration: Monthly stipend for South African interns after successful completion of assessment
• Deadline: Monday, 17 November 2025| 10:00 GMT+2

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How we work

Our close-knit team excels in urbanism and city making through research, strategic thinking, quality engagement, design, and foresight. From placemaking to masterplans, we serve governments, businesses, knowledge institutions, and communities to achieve meaningful change and lasting impact. We use tools such as Google Suite, Slack, WhatsApp, Zoom daily to coordinate, communicate and collaborate.

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Key Responsibilities

• Support engagement with Clients and Stakeholders: Attend meetings and contribute to relationship management with various stakeholders and communities
• Urban Research and Analysis: Contribute to spatial studies, evidence gathering, and insight generation.
• Event and Public Engagement Support: Assist in planning and delivering events, workshops, and exhibitions.
• Project Coordination: Support delivery, administration, and internal systems to keep work moving efficiently.
• Communication: Prepare reports, presentations, and visual content that communicates ideas clearly and persuasively.

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What We Offer

• A hands-on, six-month placement in an agile, and respected consultancy
• Professional development in client engagement, research, and communication
• Exposure to real-world projects in South Africa and beyond
• Mentorship, peer learning, and a collaborative work environment
• Monthly stipend for South African interns (post-assessment)

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What We’re Looking For

• A mature, proactive approach and readiness to take responsibility
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interest in cities, equity, sustainability, and development
• Comfort with ambiguity and enthusiasm to contribute to multiple workstreams
• Interest to engage with diverse stakeholders
• English fluency, with strong writing and presentation ability

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How can I Apply?

Please complete the online application form here.

Please note that applications for this opportunity are exclusively accepted through our online form. Submissions through other channels will not be considered.

Deadline: Monday 17 November 2025 at 10:00 GMT+2

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If you have any additional questions regarding the internship programme, please only contact us on intern@ourfuturecities.co

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