Summer Data Analyst & Research Assistant at DM Baker Media Relations

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Summer Data Analyst & Research Assistant (Paid Internship)
Location: Los Angeles, CA (In-person with some remote flexibility) (MUST Currently Live in LA)
Company: Polis Assist, Inc.

- C/0 DM Baker Media
Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Summer Internship (May–August 2025)
Compensation: Paid hourly, based on experience

About Polis Assist, Inc.:
Polis Assist is an innovative technology company focused on solving urban mobility and smart city challenges through real-time parking and transportation solutions. Our platform uses cutting-edge data, mapping, and AI tools to help users and cities better manage parking and transit flow.

We’re looking for a bright, detail-oriented college student to join our team this summer to support key initiatives involving data analysis, research, and field data collection. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience with real-world datasets, urban infrastructure challenges, and startup operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the collection and validation of transportation and parking data across the greater Los Angeles area
• Analyze usage patterns and performance data to support product development and strategic decisions
• Conduct internet and field-based research to support business development and operational planning
• Act as our Data Collection Manager in organizing, cleaning, and interpreting large datasets
• Help develop simple visualizations and reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in weekly team meetings and brainstorming sessions

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a college or university (STEM, Urban Planning, Data Science, or Business majors preferred)
• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and basic data analysis tools
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) or programming languages (Python, SQL, R) is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and curiosity about solving real-world problems with data
• Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Must have access to reliable transportation for fieldwork in the L.A. area
• Hands-on experience working at the intersection of technology, urban planning, and mobility
• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to real projects impacting city infrastructure
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in tech, operations, and business strategy
• Flexible hours and a dynamic, supportive team environment

How to Apply:
Send your resume and a brief statement of interest to with the subject line: Summer Internship – Manager-Data Analyst/Research.