Map Annotation Technician Intern

Rwanda | Map Operations | Full-Time

ABOUT ZIPLINE

Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world’s most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing, and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart and enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments, and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it, with zero emissions.

Join Zipline and help us to make good on our promise to build an equitable and more resilient global supply chain for billions of people.

ABOUT YOU AND THE ROLE

We are looking for entry-level Map Annotators to join the Maps Operations team. In this role, you will support the creation and maintenance of high-quality geospatial datasets that enable safe and reliable drone delivery operations. You’ll work closely with GIS technicians, specialists, and engineers to annotate maps used for flight planning and site deployment.

This is a great opportunity for candidates who are eager to build hands-on experience in applied geospatial workflows.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Annotate geospatial features (e.g., buildings, roads, power lines, obstacles) using internal and third-party mapping tools.
• Review and update map annotations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to quality standards.
• Support map preparation for new delivery sites and service area expansions.
• Perform basic quality control checks on annotated datasets.
• Follow defined annotation guidelines and contribute to improving annotation workflows.
• Collaborate with team members to meet weekly production targets and timelines.
• Document work and flag data issues or ambiguities for review.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Basic understanding of GIS concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured workflows.
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team environment.
• Basic experience working with spreadsheets or task-tracking tools.

WHAT ELSE YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Must have legal right to work in Rwanda
• This is a 6 months Internship Program based in Kigali.

Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or our own sensibilities.

We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!