Description

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.

Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands.

About the Role:

We are currently seeking a student assistant to support our Operations team. The successful candidate will work in the Image Quality Support (IQS) team. The IQS team is dedicated to comprehensive image quality evaluation, covering all aspects of image integrity. We are responsible for identifying issues, reporting them to the relevant stakeholders, and creating appropriate metrics to track and measure quality. Our work is essential in maintaining and advancing the quality of our imaging systems, ensuring continuous improvement and project success.

Impact You’ll Own:

  • Operate image analysis systems
  • Manage customer orders and track fulfillment
  • Carry out Image Quality Evaluation
  • Identify, triage and report image anomalies
  • Understand and utilize internal processes and tools

This role will appeal to candidates who enjoy working with multidisciplinary teams and are passionate about innovative technologies and remote sensing. The ideal candidate is proactive, goal-oriented, detailed, and strives for success.

What You Bring:

  • Pursuing a B.S or M.S Degree in an Engineering, Software, or Science related field from an accredited college or technical school
  • Fundamentals of remote sensing and image processing
  • Good knowledge of photogrammetry and GIS systems
  • Familiarity with UNIX operating systems
  • Proficiency in English is required, as this is the primary working language of the company
  • Excellent communication skills and a willingness to collaborate within own and across teams

What Makes You Stand Out:

  • Python skills

Requirements:

This position is based in Berlin and follows a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days of in-office attendance per week. The role offers 20 hours of work per week.

Application Deadline:

July 21, 2025 by 23:59 PDT (CET -9)

Export Control

Planet Labs Germany GmbH is authorized to receive U.S. export-controlled information at Planet under an export license issued by the Bureau of Industry and Security. This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.

  • Generous time off including vacation, holidays and company global days off
  • Comprehensive Leave Policies
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Home Office Reimbursement
  • Monthly benefit to choose from a variety of providers (Urban Sports Club, Groceries, Clothes, Entertainment, Transportation…)*
  • Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Volunteering Benefits

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