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As a natural resource steward, you would assist with management of natural resources at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) lands along the Columbia River between The Dalles Dam and John Day Dam in both Washington and Oregon. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references and completely fill out the application form found at https://nwyouthcorps.workbrightats.com/jobsearch/?job_board_classification=Internships.

Northwest Youth Corps Individual PlacementU.S. Army Corps of EngineersThe Dalles Lock and Dam – The Dalles, OR Position Title: Natural Resource Stewardship Individual Placement Position Summary:The Dalles Lock and Dam is recruiting one 480-HourNatural Resources Steward Individual Placements beginning June through August 2026. Exact dates of terms are negotiable. The positions will support recreation, interpretation, natural resources, and wildlife habitat management and restoration in the Mid-Columbia region near The Dalles, Oregon. As a natural resource steward, you would assist with management of natural resources at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) lands along the Columbia River between The Dalles Dam and John Day Dam in both Washington and Oregon.  Duties and Responsibilities:Major duties are related to assisting USACE staff in natural resource management and related activities at the locations described above. Specific activities include:<ul><li style="line-height:normal">40% Wildlife Habitat and Vegetation Improvement. Includes: vegetation management projects consisting of invasive species removal and maintenance of native plants in landscaped or restored areas. May include surveys for native and imperiled species, invasive plants, shoreline birds, monarch butterflies, endangered pond turtles. On-site survey training will be provided.</li><li style="line-height:14.6pt">40% Public Education and Interpretive Services. Includes greeting visitors at the Dalles Lock and Dam Visitor Center and conducting outreach in areas such as water safety.</li><li style="line-height:normal">20% Park and Recreation Site Management. May include patrolling with a uniformed ranger, collecting traffic counter data, updating bulletin boards, trail development and restoration. </li></ul> *Please note percentages describe the estimated time allocated to each task over the course of the term. All work under this AmeriCorps term shall be performed in accordance with EM 385-1-1, "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual," and FED-OSHA regulations. EM 385-1-1 can be downloaded from: <a href="https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Safety-and-Occupational-Health/Safety-and-Health-Requirements-Manual/" rel="nofollow">https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Safety-and-Occupational-Health/Safety-and-Health-Requirements-Manual/</a> Required Qualifications:<ul><li>Ages 18-30 (up to 35 for veterans)</li><li>U.S. Citizen or lawful, permanent resident</li><li>Must pass a background/driver check</li><li>Must have a high school diploma or GED</li><li style="line-height:14.7pt">Ability to work outdoors in remote settings and inclement (often hot, windy) </li><li style="line-height:14.7pt">Willingness to learn new skills and technology.</li><li style="line-height:14.7pt">Strong interest in natural resources.</li><li style="line-height:14.7pt">Customer service skills.</li><li>Willingness to work independently or as part of a </li><li>Ability to lift and carry up to 30 (day pack, restoration supplies)</li><li>Willingness to ride in and work from boats and kayaks. </li><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude.</li><li style="line-height:normal">Knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing programs and ability to bring own computer for office </li><li style="line-height:14.6pt">Current Driver's license and ability to report on time to the office at The Dalles Lock and Dam</li><li> </li></ul>Desired Qualifications:<ul><li style="line-height:14.7pt">Knowledge of Northwest plants and/or coursework in biology and botany </li><li style="line-height:normal">Personal transportation</li><li style="line-height:normal">Driver's License</li></ul> Duty Location:Duties are performed within and along The Dalles Pool (between The Dalles Dam and John Day Dam). Individual placements will report daily to The Dalles Dam natural resource office east of The Dalles, OR. Public transportation opportunities are limited, and you must arrange your own transportation to and from the office. Occasionally, this position may require use of your vehicle during duty hours and use of your own computer for data entry and administrative tasks. Terms of Employment:Individual placement will complete the 12-week program starting in June through August. Dates of service are flexible to accommodate applicant availability. Individual placement will average 40 hours of labor per week, minus holidays. Individual placements are responsible for providing their own personal transportation and food. Program Benefits:Individual placements will earn a total living allowance of $7,680 for the 12-week term. The living allowance will be divided into monthly payments over the course of the 12-week term. The living allowance is taxable income. Additionally, there is a reimbursement fund of $54.10 available for relevant training during the term.   Application Instructions____________________________________________________________________________________________ Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Interviews: Will occur as qualified applications are received.Type of position: Individual PlacementService Dates: June – August 2026 (start date is negotiable to accommodate applicant schedules)Length of Term: 12 Weeks (minimum of 480 Hours) To Apply:Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references and completely fill out the application form found at <a href="https://nwyouthcorps.workbrightats.com/jobsearch/?job_board_classification=Internships" rel="nofollow">https://nwyouthcorps.workbrightats.com/jobsearch/?job_board_classification=Internships</a> Please select "US Army Corps of Engineers – The Dalles Lock and Dam – Natural Resource Steward Individual Placement" when applying. Additional InformationIf you have questions about the position, please reach out to Northwest Youth Corps Internship Department at interns@nwyouthcorps.org or 208-625-8402, or Bethany Rittenhouse at 541-506-8471 or Bethany.L.Rittenhouse@usace.army.mil All job offers are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check (criminal history and driving history).

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About the CompanyWe are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company's direction on a regular basis.Our staff have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, Tesla, Apple, Virgin Orbit, Astra, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Bridgewater, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, and the US Army and Air Force, as well as research universities, startups, and small companies across a range of industries. We are organized as a public benefit corporation and are backed by leading venture capital firms, private investors, philanthropic investors, and endowments.About the JobWe are hiring the first Quality Engineer at Panthalassa. You will build the systems that ensure what we design is what we build - safely, repeatably, and at scale. Our work spans steel fabrication, electronics assembly, machining, and integrated system testing. We have development and production work co-located at our Headquarters, with production work expanding to additional campuses in the greater Portland area.This role is hands-on and foundational. You will establish our Quality Management System, write the procedures, and lead root cause investigations. You'll partner closely with engineering and production to make quality part of how we work every day- not an afterthoughtResponsibilities:<ul><li>Establish and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) for our production process as we begin to scale</li><li>Collaborate with design engineers to develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans and inspection strategies, ensuring effective in-process and final inspection requirements</li><li>Drive improvements in production processes through established Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies</li><li>Cross-link the quality improvement roadmap with top-down business objectives and the production scale-up plan, including obtaining ISO9001 certification</li><li>Support investigations into NCR's, initiatives, and projects as needed</li></ul>Required Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years of experience working cross-functionally with engineering, production, and supply chain teams in a Quality role</li><li>2+ years of experience authoring and maintaining quality procedures in a production environment (shop, high bay, factory floor, clean room, etc.)</li><li>Experience leading a small team of engineers and specialists</li><li>Working knowledge of product development methodologies such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)</li><li>Working knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical manufacturing processes</li><li>Strong ownership mindset with demonstrated capability to drive projects from start to finish</li><li>Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or related field</li></ul>Desired Qualifications:<ul><li>Working knowledge of our primary processes, including steel fabrication, machining, electronics assembly, and integrated system testing</li><li>Familiarity with Advanced Product Quality Planning (ADQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) methodologies, or similar methodologies</li><li>Experience preparing for and facilitating audits relating to quality</li><li>Experience managing a small team of quality resources supporting production activities</li></ul>The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.Additional Requirements:<ul><li>Must be authorized to work in the United States.</li><li>Travel to vendors and supplier sites as needed.</li><li>Comfortable working on-site with the team (engineering, manufacturing, and ops).</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits:If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:<ul><li>Cash compensation of $145,000 - $185,000</li><li>Equity in the company. We're all owners and if we're successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.</li><li>A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
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