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Employer: Project Horseshoe Farm Expires: 02/19/2024 Project Horseshoe Farm is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with sites in Greensboro and Marion, Alabama and Pomona, California. HSF offers service and support programs to improve the health and quality of life of adults and children in our partner communities. HSF Fellows make positive impacts in the community by working with patients and physicians in a "health partners" program, working with children through in-school and after school programs, and working with seniors and other vulnerable adults in community center programs and housing programs.Project Horseshoe Farm offers Community Health Fellowship programs in Alabama and California. Alumni consistently express how transformative their Fellowship experience has been, and Fellows go to some of the top medical schools, graduate programs, and nonprofit organizations across the U.S.This upcoming year, HSF is offering our traditional Gap-Year Fellowship, which will begin June of 2024 and finish July of 2025 at the Greensboro, Marion, and Pomona sites.The application deadline for the 2024-25 gap-year Fellowship is on Sunday, February 18, 2024. Our website gives a good overview of our programs, and we highly encourage all applicants to reach out to apply@projecthsf.org to request a conversation with a current Fellow in order to better learn whether the Fellowship is right for them. Once you have decided that the Fellowship is a good fit, Please apply through our online form.Gap-Year Deadline: Sunday, February 18, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.Email: apply@projecthst.orgPhone: (205) 710-6372

Employer: Best Buy Corporate Expires: 02/12/2024 As an Experience Research Intern, you will have the opportunity to work on the Enterprise Research and Experience Measurement team. You’ll gain insight into how we analyze customer feedback from various interactions and synthesize those data points to usable insights that will influence teams across the Best Buy organization to continually improve and differentiate experiences for customers. In addition, you’ll participate in a summer series that includes our executive speaker events, Excel and PowerPoint workshops, and personal and professional development sessions. This internship runs from June to August 2024. It’s a hybrid role, meaning you must be located within a drivable distance to our corporate office in Richfield, Minnesota. You’ll be asked to come into the office 3 days per week. This internship does not have the potential to lead to a full-time opportunity. Housing will not be provided.  What you’ll do Conduct consumer research that will inform the experiences customers will have at different touchpoints they may interact with at Best BuyLeverage different, unique forms of feedback and research to build out insights Use both qualitative and quantitative techniques to learn about and analyze customer expectations, needs, experiences, etc. Gain exposure to attitudinal, behavioral, structured and unstructured data Synthesize insights from primary and secondary research sources to uncover actionable recommendations for our business partners Utilize communication and storytelling skills to share out insights to stakeholders at varying levels across the organizationBasic qualifications Pursuing a bachelor’s or associate's degree from an accredited college/university, with an expected graduation date between Fall 2024 and Spring 2027Must be able to work in the Richfield, MN corporate office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Must be able to work 40 hours a week Monday-Friday between the hours of 8am-5pmMust be able to commit to the internship start and end date of 6/3/2024- 8/9/2024 Must be able to commit to being no more than 2 hours driving distance from the Minneapolis Corporate Campus - 7601 Penn Ave South Richfield, MN 55423 Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization Preferred qualifications Majoring in Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Marketing, Business, Communications, Statistics, or related fields. Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong project management skills Strong ability to meet deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Curious and open-minded What’s in it for you We’re committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it, especially key moments in your life.  Our benefits include: Competitive pay Generous employee discount Financial savings and retirement resources Physical and mental well-being support About usAs part of the Best Buy team, you’ll help us fulfill our purpose to enrich lives through technology. We bring that to life every day by humanizing and personalizing tech solutions for every stage of life — in our stores, online and in customers’ homes.  Our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees who make it all possible. We’re committed to being a great place to work, where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all, we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full, authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here.™ 

Employer: California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) Expires: 02/12/2024 Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility.  If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”.   The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.  Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process.Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit. The Electric Pricing and Customer Program (EPCP) Branch within the Public Advocates Office is seeking a Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst I to join its Electricity Pricing team.Under the supervision of the Program & Project Supervisor, the incumbent’s primary assignments are related to electricity pricing. The incumbent may be assigned work in other areas and branches of the organization, as directed.The essential functions include:Conduct research and analysis through systematic application and interpretation of standard economic, statistical, and financial theories.Make appropriate recommendations on public utility regulatory issues and challenges of limited scope.Carry out assignments, providing accurate status reports and meeting internal and external deadlines.Maintain organized electronic and hard copy files and ensure appropriate treatment of confidential files.Write and defend testimony in formal evidentiary hearings covering areas of limited scope and controversy.Coordinate with attorneys on litigation strategy and cross-examination of utility and intervenor witnesses and providing input on opening and reply briefs.Write protests to advice letters and other utility filings.Present ideas, research, analysis, findings, and recommendations orally and in writing, and applying visual representation techniques when necessary.Support the organizations advocacy at intra-agency and inter-agency conferences, workshops, public meetings.Communicate at the staff-level within the CPUC, utilities, intervenor organizations, and other agencies.Attend training, complete agency work tracking system entries, and perform other duties as required.Able to use communications-related technologies, including personal computer applications, telecommunications equipment, Internet, voicemail, email, etc.Able to travel on business.CLICK HERE to share with the California Public Utilities Commission how you first learned about this position, this will assist us in our recruitment efforts.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Working ConditionsThis advertisement is listed specifically for Sacramento (LA, SF, SAC) location. All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.• Los Angeles location, please apply to JC# 415460• San Francisco location, please apply to JC# 415394Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.This position requires travel.Positions at the CPUC may be eligible for telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, and subject to meeting the telework eligibility criteria. Telework Policy CalHR

Employer: California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) Expires: 02/12/2024 Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility.  If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”.   The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.  Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process.Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit. The Electric Pricing and Customer Program (EPCP) Branch within the Public Advocates Office is seeking a Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst I to join its Electricity Pricing team.Under the supervision of the Program & Project Supervisor, the incumbent’s primary assignments are related to electricity pricing. The incumbent may be assigned work in other areas and branches of the organization, as directed.The essential functions include:Conduct research and analysis through systematic application and interpretation of standard economic, statistical, and financial theories.Make appropriate recommendations on public utility regulatory issues and challenges of limited scope.Carry out assignments, providing accurate status reports and meeting internal and external deadlines.Maintain organized electronic and hard copy files and ensure appropriate treatment of confidential files.Write and defend testimony in formal evidentiary hearings covering areas of limited scope and controversy.Coordinate with attorneys on litigation strategy and cross-examination of utility and intervenor witnesses and providing input on opening and reply briefs.Write protests to advice letters and other utility filings.Present ideas, research, analysis, findings, and recommendations orally and in writing, and applying visual representation techniques when necessary.Support the organizations advocacy at intra-agency and inter-agency conferences, workshops, public meetings.Communicate at the staff-level within the CPUC, utilities, intervenor organizations, and other agencies.Attend training, complete agency work tracking system entries, and perform other duties as required.Able to use communications-related technologies, including personal computer applications, telecommunications equipment, Internet, voicemail, email, etc.Able to travel on business.CLICK HERE to share with the California Public Utilities Commission how you first learned about this position, this will assist us in our recruitment efforts.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Working ConditionsThis advertisement is listed specifically for Los Angeles (LA, SF, SAC) location. All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.• Sacramento location, please apply to JC# 415452 • San Francisco location, please apply to JC# 415394Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.This position requires travel.Positions at the CPUC may be eligible for telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, and subject to meeting the telework eligibility criteria. Telework Policy CalHR

Employer: California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) Expires: 02/12/2024 Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility.  If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”.   The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.  Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process.Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit. The Electric Pricing and Customer Program (EPCP) Branch within the Public Advocates Office is seeking a Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst I to join its Electricity Pricing team.Under the supervision of the Program & Project Supervisor, the incumbent’s primary assignments are related to electricity pricing. The incumbent may be assigned work in other areas and branches of the organization, as directed.The essential functions include:Conduct research and analysis through systematic application and interpretation of standard economic, statistical, and financial theories.Make appropriate recommendations on public utility regulatory issues and challenges of limited scope.Carry out assignments, providing accurate status reports and meeting internal and external deadlines.Maintain organized electronic and hard copy files and ensure appropriate treatment of confidential files.Write and defend testimony in formal evidentiary hearings covering areas of limited scope and controversy.Coordinate with attorneys on litigation strategy and cross-examination of utility and intervenor witnesses and providing input on opening and reply briefs.Write protests to advice letters and other utility filings.Present ideas, research, analysis, findings, and recommendations orally and in writing, and applying visual representation techniques when necessary.Support the organizations advocacy at intra-agency and inter-agency conferences, workshops, public meetings.Communicate at the staff-level within the CPUC, utilities, intervenor organizations, and other agencies.Attend training, complete agency work tracking system entries, and perform other duties as required.Able to use communications-related technologies, including personal computer applications, telecommunications equipment, Internet, voicemail, email, etc.Able to travel on business.CLICK HERE to share with the California Public Utilities Commission how you first learned about this position, this will assist us in our recruitment efforts.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Working ConditionsThis advertisement is listed specifically for San Francisco (LA, SF, SAC) location. All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.• Los Angeles location, please apply to JC# 415460• Sacramento location, please apply to JC# 415452 Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.This position requires travel.Positions at the CPUC may be eligible for telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, and subject to meeting the telework eligibility criteria. Telework Policy CalHR

Employer: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Expires: 02/13/2024 Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.Job SummaryThis position exists to perform high-level lead clerical and administrative support in the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (MPCA) Detroit Lakes Regional Office. This position is responsible for large, complex, or multiple function systems with a broad knowledge of multiple programs sufficient to develop and improve work procedures while having a broad knowledge of MPCA terminology. This position will train new administrative staff in the Detroit Lakes Regional Office in administrative policies and procedures that have an overall Agency impact. This position also exists to complete multiple regional office managerial tasks in collaboration with regional office manager to assure the regional office functions smoothly and efficiently.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsSkilled in using Microsoft Word to create, format, edit, print, and save a variety of documents, including memos and correspondence as well as spreadsheets, tables, charts, and graphs in an efficient manner.Experience with databases and workflows to include accuracy and attention to detail.Customer service skills to respond effectively to customers who have questions about agency operations and procedures (in person, on the phone, and through public presentations).Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.Business English skills sufficient to speak, read, write, prepare, and edit materials, using correct and error-free spelling, punctuation, grammar, and typing.Possess a valid driver’s license – see additional requirements.The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.Preferred QualificationsTwo (2) years of customer service or two (2) years general office experience using working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat DC.Experience working with a document management system and document entry.Knowledge of data practices requirements when working with data and the ability to keep confidential information private and handle it appropriately.Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.Ability to:Function both independently and in a team environment.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.Prioritize multiple assignments according to program guidelines.Follow detailed instructions for data entry, processing of documents, and execution of tasks in multiple data systems.Ability to research and understand information.Physical RequirementsRequires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders and boxes. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of sitting, walking, and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.Additional RequirementsA driver’s license is an essential function of this position. This requires possession of an unrestricted Class D Driver’s License. The job offer is contingent on confirmation of a valid driver’s license AND a satisfactory driver's license record check. Requires a Class D driver's license: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver's license.Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds.About Pollution Control AgencyOur mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure polluting does not have disproportionate impact on any groups of people. We emphasize work-life balance with flex schedules, compressed schedules, and options to telework for some positions.

Employer: Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Expires: 02/14/2024 THIS IS A NON-CAREER APPOINTMENT THAT IS LIMITED TO 129 HOURS PER MONTH Are you looking for an opportunity to gain experience working for state government? Do you have a passion for public service? The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is looking for a student assistant to join its transportation planning team. The team is full of passionate, knowledgeable, and great individuals. See where your experience and knowledge can grow going the extra mile with MDOT.The next student assistant in planning will be responsible for: Supporting the Traffic Data and Management System (TDMS), including assigning historical traffic data with the TDMS software, data scrubbing, data review, and data entry.Locating, editing, and assigning spatial information to traffic count locations in the Traffic Count module (TCDS).Locating and assigning intersection numbers for the Turning Movement module (TMC).Locating, editing, and/or updating spatial data items as needed in specific software.Begin your journey with MDOT today!  The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of this Student Assistant position. For additional information, please see the links below:Student Assistant Position Details (Download PDF reader)All about MDOTBased on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.   Required Education and Experience   Education  Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution. Preferred completion of 24 semester hours (or 36 term hours) in college toward a degree (bachelor's or higher) in the following fields: Urban or Regional Planning,  Economics, Resource Development, Geography, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or other related field. MDOT requires current enrollment in at least 6 credit hours and continuously enrolled and earning the required credits.   Experience   Additional Requirements and Information  Please submit proof of enrollment which includes unofficial transcripts, an acceptance letter from the college/university (as long as it is for the upcoming semester/term), copy of current semester/term schedule, or a receipt of tuition payment that shows a balance of $0.00.  Failure to attach proof of enrollment may result in you being screened out of the process.  View the job specification at:  http://www.michigan.gov/documents/StudentAssistant_13049_7.pdf (Download PDF reader)All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment.  Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable.  Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.  The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration.  Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Katianna Shaft at ShaftK@Michigan.gov.  Agency State of MichiganDepartment TransportationAddress 425 West Ottawa StreetLansing, Michigan, 48909

Employer: Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Expires: 02/14/2024 THIS IS A NON-CAREER APPOINTMENT THAT IS LIMITED TO 129 HOURS PER MONTH This position provides assistance to professional transportation planner staff in meeting the responsibilities of the Statewide and Urban Travel Analysis (SUTA) Section.  This includes a variety of tasks related to travel trend analysis, present and future travel forecasts, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and its applications, travel demand modeling applications, collection and analysis of socioeconomic and land use data, and development of documentation and presentation materials.  This position will assist senior staff with the provision of data for determining transportation needs required by federal regulations for the Michigan and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO), long-range transportation plans, regional plans, the MPO and State Transportation Improvement Programs, transportation performance measures, and air quality conformity analysis required by the Clean Air Act Amendment.  The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of this Student Assistant position. For additional information, please see the links below: Student Assistant Position Details (Download PDF reader)All about MDOTBased on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.   Required Education and Experience   Education  Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution.Preferred enrollment in a degree program (bachelor's or higher) in the following fields: Planning (city, community, environmental, regional, and/or urban), environmental studies and/or sustainability, engineering, statistics, mathematics, geography, geographic/geospatial information systems, logistics and/or supply chain management, or economics. Class work or experience in GIS is highly desired.  MDOT requires current enrollment in at least 6 credit hours and continuously enrolled and earning the required credits.  Experience  No specific type or amount is required. Additional Requirements and Information  Please submit proof of enrollment which includes unofficial transcripts, an acceptance letter from the college/university (as long as it is for the upcoming semester/term), copy of current semester/term schedule, or a receipt of tuition payment that shows a balance of $0.00.  Failure to attach proof of enrollment may result in you being screened out of the process.  Possession of a valid driver's license is required.View the job specification at:  http://www.michigan.gov/documents/StudentAssistant_13049_7.pdf (Download PDF reader)All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment.  Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable.  Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.  The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration.  Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Katianna Shaft at ShaftK@michigan.gov Agency State of MichiganDepartment TransportationAddress 425 West Ottawa StreetLansing, Michigan, 48909

Employer: US Department of Commerce - International Trade Administration - Headquarters Expires: 02/13/2024 The Department of Commerce is seeking bright, innovative, results-oriented individuals to join our Pathways Recent Graduates Program. This vacancy is for a International Trade Specialist (Recent Graduates) in the International Trade Administration. In this position, you will assist senior trade analysts and specialists with increasing responsibilities 

Employer: Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education Expires: 02/19/2024 The National Energy Technology Laboratory's (NETL's) record of success has been built on understanding the future of energy and the technologies required to make that future possible. We’ve long touted our success in developing the technologies that took on acid rain in the 1970s and mercury in the early 2000s. More recently, NETL has a leading role in President Biden’s ambitious climate goals, including a carbon emission-free power sector by 2035 and a net-zero economy by 2050.Program GoalsThe Professional Internship Program is designed to introduce undergraduate students and recent Bachelor's graduates to the challenges of conducting energy research, and enable graduate students to further build off their studies an experience as they join the scientific community. Participants interact daily with assigned mentors who guide research and project activities during the internship, while they become integral members of project teams.The program goals include providing the opportunity to participants to:Develop skills and knowledge in their field of studyEngage with new areas of basic and applied researchTransition classroom theory into hands-on experienceNetwork with world-class scientistsExchange ideas and skills with the Laboratory communityUse state-of-the-art equipmentContribute to answers for today's pressing scientific questionsCollaborate with the broader scientific and technical communitiesProject DetailsThrough the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), this posting seeks a recent Bachelor's graduate or student researcher to engage in projects with the Research Innovation Center (RIC) at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) in the area of Advanced Materials Development, under the mentorship of Chantal Sudbrack. This project will be hosted at the NETL Albany, OR campus.Additive manufacturing (AM) shows great promise in fabricating high-temperature load-bearing parts with complex geometries for advanced energy applications, such as turbine engines. As a powerful emerging directed energy deposition (DED) technique, wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) can build large near-net-shaped components using fast deposition rates and is attracting growing interest due to its potential for both cost and schedules savings. Haynes 282 is a Ni-based superalloy that has wide application within turbine engines due to its high strength, corrosion resistance, processability and good creep performance up to 900C. To achieve an optimized processing conditions for high-quality WAAM Haynes 282 superalloys requires a systematic understanding of the WAAM processing, including travel speed, wire feed, and shielding gas. The aim of the project research is to understand the effect of processing conditions on microstructure and mechanical properties of the WAAM Haynes 282.The objective of the project will be to characterize the microstructure and tensile behavior of a set of Ni-base superalloys fabricated by WAAM additive manufacturing to understand the effect of varying processing parameters (wire feed, travel speed, shielding gas). The student researcher will: (a) meet with a mentor to establish a plan, identify tasks, and establish responsibilities; (b) participate in team meetings on a regular basis to monitor progress and present research results; (c) use establish research techniques to gather materials related results, including metallography, optical microscopy, electron microscopy (TEM, SEM-EDS, EBSD), microhardness, surface roughness measurements and quantitative microstructural analyses; and (d) produce a final report with experimental methods used, data, data analysis, and interpretation of research results. The results may be included in a conference presentation or journalPeer-reviewed publication is strongly encouraged and will be supported by the mentor and other collaborators, as it an important step for emerging researchers to establish themselves and contribute to the advancement of the state-of-understanding in their field of endeavor. It is not, however, a requirement for this opportunity.Stipend: Participants receive a biweekly stipend based on their educational level. Stipend payments are taxable as an educational benefit. Stipends for full-time participation start at:$450 per week - $620 per week for undergraduate students$690 per week - $770 per week for recent Bachelor's graduates$690 per week - $1,050 per week for graduate studentsDeliverables: To document the effectiveness of the program, participants are required to submit a pre-appointment and post-appointment survey, as well as a reflection on their appointment experience when they renew or end their appointment. The reflection should summarize their project(s), additional activities, and overall experience. Details are provided as the appointment end date approaches.Participants may also have the opportunity to contribute to manuscripts, journal articles, book chapters, conference presentations, posters, patents, and other publications as a part of their appointment. Such achievements should also be reported to ORISE; additional details are provided after an offer has been accepted. The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL), part of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratory system, is owned and operated by the DOE. NETL supports the DOE mission to advance the energy security of the United States. This is an educational opportunity offered by NETL and administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education. Participants in the program are not considered employees of NETL, DOE, the program administrator, or any other office or agency.