Spatial Data Analyst - AI Trainer

Opportunity Overview Handshake is looking for skilled QGIS users to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional job. You'll draw on your hands-on experience with geographic information systems, spatial data analysis, or environmental mapping to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand GIS tasks and spatial data workflows. This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity you can take on alongside anything else you have going on. Who This Is For This is a good fit if you're an experienced QGIS user who has worked in or around roles like: - Spatial Data Scientist or GIS Analyst - Environmental Scientist or Conservation Ecologist - Urban Planner or Environmental Analyst You should have solid experience with one or more of the following: - Spatial analysis, environmental mapping, or geospatial data workflows using QGIS or ArcGIS - Remote sensing, urban planning data, or conservation mapping workflows - Annotating or labeling spatial datasets and geographic assets - Reviewing maps and spatial outputs for accuracy, data integrity, or scientific consistency What You'll Do You'll use your experience with QGIS to create tool-related questions and review AI-generated responses for accuracy and relevance to real-world GIS and spatial data workflows. No prior AI or technical experience is required. Qualifications We're looking for people who have: - At least 1 year of hands-on experience with QGIS, whether through professional work or freelance projects - A working knowledge of GIS concepts, spatial analysis, and geospatial data workflows - Strong written communication skills and attention to detail - The ability to work independently and follow written guidelines Application Process - Create a Handshake account - Upload your resume and submit your portfolio - Verify your identity - Get matched and onboarded into relevant projects - Start working an