Transportologi

Spatial Intern

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  1. Context 

Cities in Indonesia face a high number of youth fatalities and traffic risks due to road safety problems. In 2023, more than half of traffic crashes involved children and young people aged 0 and 39 (Menteri Perencanaan Pembangunan Nasional/Kepala Badan Perencanaan Pembangunan Nasional, 2024). 

The situation is getting worse as Indonesia’s current road safety policies do not place importance on road safety for children and youth. Indonesia’s transport policies give priority to motorized vehicles over vulnerable users, including children and youth. Based on the situation, there is an urgency to improve road safety so children and youth can access the street safely. 

Transportologi has been advocating for road safety since 2017. In 2021 and 2022, Transportologi has advocated for the improvement of road safety in SMPN 1 Surakarta, which is impacted by the new construction of the Manahan flyover. This project has resulted in interim road safety improvements in the area around the school. 

This year, Transportologi, with the support of the International Road Assessment Programme (iRAP), plans to scale up the project to the city level and to reach more schools that are prone to road safety risks under the project of AI&Me Empowering Youth for Liveable Cities. This project can serve as the bridge to empower the youth to participate and drive changes in road safety in Indonesia. To support the implementation of this project, interns will be needed. 

  1. Scope of Work 

The interns will assist the team in the project operation. This project is open to interns with specialization in spatial analysis. The details of the interns are as follows: 

Spatial Intern 

    The transport intern will support the Transportologi team in the AI&Me Empowering Youth for Liveable Cities in Surakarta project, as well as other transport issues addressed by Transportologi. Specifically, the intern will be involved in the preparation of activities, spatial data collection, and analysis to achieve the project’s objectives. The intern will work under the direct supervision of the AI&Me project leader and be based in Surakarta with a hybrid working arrangement. 

    What you will learn 

    • Understand the transport issues in the city, especially road safety cases for children and youth. 
    • Enhance organizational skills by working on multiple tasks and deadlines. 
    • Enhance skills in spatial analysis in the transport sector. 
    • Improve research skills and communication skills by working on data collection and analysis and working with diverse stakeholders. 
    • Gain exposure to global sustainability project by working in partnership with international partners and experts. 

    What you will need 

    • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor’s degree program in a related field (e.g. Urban Planning, Geography, or similar major). 
    • Experiences in spatial related projects (e.g. involved in spatial analysis, became assistant lecturers, or similar working experiences). 
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and spatial software (e.g. ArcGIS, QGis, open street map, or similar software). 
    • Proficiency in English and Bahasa Indonesia, both written and verbal. 
    • Capable of fast learning and adaptive in new environment. 

    Duration 

    The internship program is expected to start immediately with duration of 3 (three) months from February to April 2026. 

    What we offer 

    • International working environment with diversity and inclusivity. 
    • Internship allowance. 
    • A certificate for finishing the internship. 
    • Hybrid working model with flexible working hours. 
    • Mentorship from our team experts during the internship period. 

    How to apply 

    • Please submit a resume with a cover letter by 16 January 2026. 
    • Applicants required to submit a portfolio of spatial product.