Ozge Salan
Washington, DC 202-***-**** **********@*****.***
Languages: Turkish (native), English (fluent)
SUMMARY
GIS specialist in training with a dual academic background in Geographic Information Science and Geomatics Engineering. Skilled in spatial analysis, remote sensing, and field data collection using ArcGIS Pro, GNSS, AutoCAD, geospatial QA/QC techniques, and Total Station. Experience includes national research on EV infrastructure, public sector mapping, and municipal planning support. Passionate about using geospatial technologies to enhance sustainable urban development and infrastructure planning. Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. EDUCATION
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
Bachelor of Science – Geographic Information Science Expected Graduation: September 2025
Relevant Coursework: Spatial Analysis, Remote Sensing, Python for GIS, Cartography, GIS Databases, Web Mapping
Izmir Katip Celebi University, Izmir, Turkey
Bachelor of Science – Geomatics Engineering
Graduated: June 2022 GPA: 3.24/4.00
• Graduated top of class
• Thesis: GIS-Based EV Charging Station Site Selection using ArcGIS Pro
• Gained hands-on experience in GPS, Total Station, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD EXPERIENCE
Shift Supervisor – Starbucks
Aug 2023 – Present Bethesda, MD
• Lead and coordinate a team of 15 staff in a fast-paced retail environment, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
• Utilize scheduling, inventory, and point-of-sale systems with a strong focus on data accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Develop leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills through daily team management and customer interactions.
• Maintain accuracy and productivity under pressure while adapting quickly to dynamic workplace challenges.
GIS Research Intern – TUBITAK (The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey) Nov 2022 – Nov 2023 Izmir, Turkey
• Led GIS work for a national EV charging station planning project in the Izmir region
• Performed advanced spatial analysis using ArcGIS Pro with demographic, infrastructure, and transportation datasets
• Applied MCDM (AHP) and network analysis to identify and rank optimal EV charging locations
• Produced high-resolution decision maps and visual reports for government stakeholders
• Collaborated with researchers to present findings for sustainable urban mobility strategy Geomatics Engineering Intern – Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Jun 2021 – Aug 2021 Istanbul, Turkey
• Collected high-precision GNSS and Total Station field data for urban infrastructure mapping
• Processed and converted survey data into GIS and CAD formats using ArcGIS and AutoCAD
• Created utility and road network maps compliant with national accuracy standards
• Delivered validated spatial layers supporting infrastructure design and public works planning GIS Intern – Menderes Municipality
May 2021 – Jun 2021 Izmir, Turkey
• Conducted topographic surveys and imported raw elevation data into ArcGIS Pro
• Built base and thematic layers to support zoning, land use, and infrastructure planning
• Integrated survey-grade data with cadastral records to update municipal geospatial databases
• Assisted with official map production for public works documentation and reporting PROJECT
EV Charging Station Site Selection – Izmir, Turkey
• Conducted spatial analysis to identify optimal EV charger locations based on population density, road access, and infrastructure
• Applied GIS-based Multi-Criteria Decision Making (AHP) and network analysis in ArcGIS Pro
• Delivered planning maps and decision reports to support sustainable transportation infrastructure in urban Izmir
TECHNICAL SKILLS
GIS & Mapping: ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, QGIS, ENVI, AutoCAD Field Tools: GNSS, GPS, Total Station
Geospatial QA/QC: topology validation, schema checking, metadata documentation Programming: Python (for GIS), SQL, HTML/CSS, JavaScript Analysis: Spatial Analysis, Remote Sensing, Cartography, Network Analysis, 3D Laser Scanning Software: Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Word, ArcGIS Online, MS Office Familiarity with data integrity, attribute validation, and spatial standards compliance CERTIFICATIONS
Data Science – Coursera
Python Programming – I-Academy
Advanced Excel – Certificate
INTERESTS
Geospatial intelligence, urban planning, smart cities, GNSS surveying, data-driven sustainability, robotics