Geospatial Data Analyst Internship
San Francisco, California
Operations /
Internship /
On-site
Who we are
The problem: Every minute matters in fire response. As climate change amplifies the intensity of wildfires—with longer fire seasons, dryer fuels, and faster winds—new ignitions spread faster and put more communities at risk. Today, most wildfires are detected by bystanders and reported via 911, meaning it can take hours to detect a fire, verify its exact location and size, and dispatch first responders. Fire authorities need a faster way to detect, confirm, and pinpoint fires so that they can quickly respond—preventing small flare-ups from becoming devastating infernos.
About Pano: Pano AI is a 90-person growth stage start-up, headquartered in San Francisco, that is the leader in early wildfire detection and intelligence, helping fire professionals respond to fires faster and more safely—with the right equipment, timely information, and enhanced coordination—so that they can stop a new ignition before it grows. Pano AI combines advanced hardware, software, and artificial intelligence into an easy-to-use, web-based platform. Leveraging a network of ultra-high-definition, 360-degree cameras atop high vantage points, as well as satellite and other data feeds, Pano AI produces a real-time picture of threats in a geographic region and delivers immediate, actionable intelligence.
Fast Company named Pano AI one of the Top 10 most innovative companies in AI of 2023. Pano AI has also been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, NBC News, and a national TV commercial produced by strategic partner T-Mobile. With dozens of government and enterprise customers, its reach extends across 10 states in the U.S., five states in Australia, and BC, Canada, helping protect more than 20 million acres of land. Backed by $45M in venture capital funding, investors include Congruent Ventures, Initialized Capital, Salesforce Ventures, T-Mobile Ventures, and Valor Equity Partners. Learn more at https://www.pano.ai/.
The Role
As an intern in the geospatial data team reporting to the current data scientist lead, you will assist with identifying and screening candidate locations for camera deployments primarily using currently developed site selection methodologies involving geospatial analysis. This role will support activities with operations, sales, customer success and supply chain teams to provide deployment proposals, extensive site scrubs, press materials, and geospatial statistics to support each team’s activities. An ideal candidate will have a strong mathematical background with an attention to detail and precision as well as some exposure to databases and scripting language. You will also work with the current data scientist lead and other geospatial data analysts to develop and maintain geospatial datasets, project and map templates, and automation scripts for commonly performed tasks.
What you'll do
- Utilize GIS software and existing site selection methodologies to identify suitable locations for remote camera deployments
- Generate customized map layouts, web maps, applications, and data streams to support operations, sales, and customer success activities
- Develop tools for automation of site analysis in collaboration with data scientists
- Lead a novel project involving geospatial data analytics to support team and business needs
What you'll bring
- Must be pursuing or have recently completed a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Math, or a related field
- 0-1 years of previous experience in data analysis or similar fields
- Proactive and highly self-motivated
- Good critical thinking skills with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrate clear interest in geospatial analytics
- Excellent geospatial skills
- Strong mathematical background
- Outstanding organizational skills
Nice to have
- Experience with ArcGIS/ESRI or equivalent products
- Experience with Python Experience with SQL/relational database design
- Experience with Salesforce applications
$25 - $30 an hour
Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors, including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge, skills and location. In addition to salary, this position is also eligible for stock options. We offer comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, and 401k.
Pano is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and supporting our team-members regardless of where they come from. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
