Intern

About us

WRI India, an independent knowledge organisation registered as India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being. Know more: wri-india.org

Program Overview

At WRI India Ross Center we focus on 10 integrated solutions to urban challenges. Through applied research, tools, hands-on advice, and by tapping our network of global experts, we accelerate transformative urban initiatives that have the power to change Indian cities into thriving, equitable and low-carbon places that are good for people and the planet. Working at WRI India Ross Center offers you the unique opportunity to learn and grow as you collaborate with a diverse set of change agents across Delhi, Bangalore, and Mumbai. As India’s biggest urban focused think and do tank, we seek thoughtful, enterprise-minded, and sensitive individuals who can help us support this transformation and make a positive difference to citizens’ everyday lives.

Job Highlight:

WRI India is seeking an Intern – GIS who will be an integral member of WRI India’s Ross Centre for Sustainable Cities Geo Analytics team. The role will include working on a variety of data-driven analyses across our core practice areas, leveraging data, information, and technical expertise to support informed urban infrastructure decisions and design.

What will you do:

Research & Analysis

• Conduct data exploration, quantitative research, and deliver customized analytical solutions and insights to meet project requirements.

• Collaborate with project teams to assess and organize complex datasets from various sources for spatial modeling.

• Develop and execute Python and Google Earth Engine scripts for data acquisition, processing, and analysis.

• Support staff and partners with geospatial analyses and visualizations as required.

Technical Support & Outreach

• Develop data visualization dashboards, interactive web maps, and storyboards for communicating complex insights through visually engaging outputs.

• Prepare professional visualizations for presentations, publications, and digital

platforms.

What will you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, Geomatics, Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, or related fields; Master’s degree preferred.

• 1–2 years of relevant work experience in the geospatial industry (recent graduates with strong skills may also apply).

• Proficiency in GIS software including ArcGIS Desktop 10.x, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online, QGIS, MapInfo, or similar tools.

• Experience with coding, particularly Python, R, or JavaScript.

• Experience with Google Earth Engine is a strong advantage.

• Experience in spatial analysis and modeling (e.g., ArcGIS Spatial Analyst,

ModelBuilder, Python scripting, SQL).

• Experience working with publicly available GIS datasets, crowd-sourced platforms such as OpenStreetMap, and remote-sensing databases.

Stipend: 25000 INR per month

Location: Bengaluru / Delhi / Mumbai

Duration: 2 months

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online at the official WRI India career portal

Required documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Final shortlisted candidates will be

required to take a writing/analytical test.

Kindly note that WRI India’s recruitment process does not involve any payment at any stage. Applicants will never be asked to share bank account or financial information as part of the application. All official communication and offer letters are issued only through authorised WRI India email IDs.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India

WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns and information about diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development. Learn more about WRI India’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion(DEI). Click Here