Working Student, Communications

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.

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:  

The Working Student will join our dynamic Communications team to support the operations of Planet’s Media and Think Tank Program. It is the job of the Media Program to put Planet data into the hands of reporters and analysts who use it to the benefit of society by shedding light on climate disasters, environmental stories (good and bad), geopolitical events and other events of global interest. This person will collaborate internally with a broad range of Planet stakeholders, including Creative, Customer Success, Collection Planning, and Impact Teams; and externally with journalists and experts to facilitate image requests and capacity building efforts. This is a part-time role that will work no more than 20 hours/week.

The ideal candidate is curious and willing to ask questions and learn. They are eager to support the Planet Media and Think Tank Program and are interested in geopolitics, breaking news, investigative, and data journalism. This person ideally works in the afternoons CET.

Impact You’ll Own:

• Log and prioritize in-bound image requests
• Source imagery for requests with input from Media Programs Manager
• Monitor major world events that are good candidates for imaging and coordinating with Collection-Planning
• Coordinate image processing with the Data Visualization team, when appropriate
• Collaborate with Communications and Data Visualization teams on ideas for proactive storytelling and image packages to send to media partners
• Assist Communications team with preparing weekly and quarterly media highlights

What You Bring:

• Currently enrolled in a full-time program at a university
• Familiarity with GIS tools and/or Adobe Photoshop
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience supporting multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment across multiple time zones
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills; fluent in written and spoken English

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Proficient in written and spoken German
• Enrolled in one of the following degree programs or studying similar subjects: International Affairs/Studies; Environmental Science; Geography or Geographic Information Systems (GIS); Data Science; Journalism, Communications, or Media Studies
• Experience in the GIS/remote sensing industry

Benefits While Working at Planet:

• Generous time off including vacation, holidays and company global days off 
• Comprehensive Leave Policies 
• Remote friendly work environment 
• 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

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. 

EEO statement:

Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Know Your Rights.

Accommodations:

Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please reach out to accommodations@planet.com or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.

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