Working Student, Collection Planning

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth.

Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.

Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world’s toughest obstacles.

As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.

We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.

About The Role:

We are seeking a working student to join our Collection Planning - Operations Team at Planet in Berlin. The ideal candidate will have a mix of curiosity and passion along with a drive for results. You will gain first-hand experience in numerous fields related to managing Satellite Image Acquisition Planning, Satellite Image Processing and Satellite Imaging Quality Management by supporting our operations team

Impact You'll Own:

• Support Collections Planning team during operational planning process
• Prepare Geospatial Data
• Run & Interpret Standard Feasibility Runs
• Support automation exercises
• Perform Image Assessment
• Gain Experience in an operational work environment
• Discover Learning Opportunities in Space Business

What You Bring:

• A strong belief in our mission, our values and in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. 
• Studying Geospatial/Remote Sensing or related courses
• Basic - good understanding of usage of GIS Tools
• Flexible and able to react to change quickly and efficiently
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Accurate and reliable working ethic   
• Highly motivated and proactive team player who is eager to learn
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Knowledge in Python other programming languages, SQL or Big Query are a plus

Some Press About Us: 

Our CEO, Will Marshall featured on TED and featured in a Planet Blog

“Planet: Bringing Space Back Down to Earth”

Tiny, privately owned satellites are changing how we view the Earth features in NBC News

“Planet And Rocket Lab Create Mission Patch To Honor Women In Aerospace” —Planet Blog

Why we care so much about Belonging. 

We’re dedicated to helping the whole Planet, and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. That’s why Planet is guided by an ultimate  north star of Belonging, dreaming big as we approach our ongoing work with diversity, equity and inclusion.  If this job intrigues you, but you’re thinking you might not have all the qualifications, please... do apply!  At Planet, we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description.  We don’t just fill positions, we aspire to fulfill people’s careers, most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts.  We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be, so we hope you’re excited to come along for the ride. 

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