Data Analyst Research Assistant
Data Analyst & Research Assistant Internship
Location: Austin, TX (Do Not apply if you do not live within 50 miles of Austin, TX!)
Company: Polis Assist, Inc.
Position Type: Part-Time position /short-term (Winter 2025, Spring 2026)
Compensation: College credit and/or Paid $25-$30 per hour plus bonus possibilities
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 person to join our team this winter 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:
- Enter New data into the Polis database of updated data sets.
- 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
- 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
Benefits:
- 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 db@polistechnologies.com with the subject line: Internship – Manager-Data Analyst/Research.