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    $37K - $64K

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    Outdoor Education Instructor

    YMCA Camp Mason
    HARDWICK, NJ, US
    2 weeks ago
    Temporary

    Starting date: August 24, 2026 (possibility of early start August 17) Ending date: November 22, 2026 Pay: $640 per 40 hour week. Plus room & board.

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    Young Adult Asst. Crew Leader, Urban and Community Forestry

    Northwest Youth Corps
    Tacoma, WA, US
    3 weeks ago
    Internship
    USD 11,844 - 11,845

    LOCATION: Tacoma, WA This is a community-based crew without housing or camping provided. BENEFITS: Service term of 520 total hours from September 8 through December 18, 2026 Assistant Leads receive a…

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    Conservation Camping Crew Leader

    Northwest Youth Corps
    Eugene, Oregon, US
    3 weeks ago
    Temporary
    USD 910 - 975

    LOCATION: Starts and ends in Eugene, OR. Crews spend their session working and camping on public lands and in communities across Oregon, Washington, and/or Idaho.

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    Young Adult Crew Leader, Urban and Community Forestry

    Northwest Youth Corps
    2 locations
    3 weeks ago
    Temporary
    USD 775 - 825

    LOCATION: Boise, ID. This is a community-based crew without housing or camping provided. COMPENSATION: $775-$825/week, depending on Crew Leaders' new/returning status and WFR/WEMT certifications.

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     Young Adult Crew Leader, Urban and Community Forestry

    Northwest Youth Corps
    Tacoma, WA, US
    3 weeks ago
    Temporary
    USD 775 - 825

    LOCATION: Tacoma, WA. This is a community-based crew without housing or camping provided. COMPENSATION: $775-$825/week, depending on Crew Leaders' new/returning status and WFR/WEMT certifications.

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    AmeriCorps Camping Crew Member 

    Northwest Youth Corps
    Eugene, Oregon, UN
    3 weeks ago
    Internship
    USD 7,956 - 7,957

    LOCATION: Starts and ends in Eugene, OR. Project locations generally include national forests, national parks, and wilderness areas throughout Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.

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    Program Instructor

    Stone Canyon Outdoor EdVentures
    Larkspur, CO, US
    4 weeks ago
    Temporary
    USD 500 - 560

    SCOE Background Info: - Located in Larkspur, CO (40 miles south of Denver, 30 miles north of Colorado Springs). - Monument, CO, has most of your amenities and is 15-20 minutes away.

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    Maintenance Technician

    SMT INC
    Raleigh, North Carolina, US
    1 day ago

    Description Join the SMT Team SMT, Inc. is seeking a dependable and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team in Raleigh, NC.

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    Part Time Fitness Assistant- Northern Regional Recreation Center (19hr/week)

    County of Mecklenburg, NC
    Cornelius, North Carolina, US
    2 days ago

    Follow Your Calling, Find Your Career At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of…

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    Laboratory Technician

    IDEXX
    Greensboro, North Carolina, US
    2 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    As Laboratory Technician at IDEXX, you perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets.

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    Brand Representative - Core

    Stand Out For Good, Inc.
    Asheville, North Carolina, US
    2 days ago
    PART_TIME

    124 - Biltmore Park Town Square - Asheville, NC Who Are We? Stand Out For Good, Inc. is a rapidly growing women’s fashion company with 5 unique brands, in 130+ locations, across 38 states.

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    Service Specialist - Boats & ATVs

    Bass Pro Shops
    Concord, North Carolina, US
    2 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    POSITION SUMMARY: The Service Specialist assists in all aspects of Service Department operations including unit inventory procedures, pre-delivery inspection (PDI) and delivery orientation.

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    0097 - Raleigh NC - Store Sales Specialist

    REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)
    Raleigh, North Carolina, US
    2 days ago
    FULL_TIME
    USD 31,866 - 36,109

    Overview Come shape the future of the outdoors. REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of…

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    Quality Assurance Coordinator- Wake JDC

    State of North Carolina
    North Carolina, US
    3 days ago
    FULL_TIME
    USD 39,244 - 68,679

    Agency Safety Division 70000075 Dept of Public Safety Job Classification Title Youth Counselor (S) Position Number 60093475 Grade NC08 About Us The Department of Public Safety's mission is to…

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    Bike Shop Mechanic

    REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)
    Cary, North Carolina, US
    3 days ago
    TEMPORARY
    USD 35,027 - 39,728

    Overview REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors.

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    Selling Administrator

    Everstory Partners
    Jamestown, North Carolina, US
    4 days ago

    Description Why Everstory At Everstory Partners, our mission is to create supportive spaces where individuals and families can find solace, meaning, and hope in the midst of loss.

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    Machine Operator

    Kyocera International, Inc. (North America)
    North Carolina, US
    4 days ago
    FULL_TIME
    USD 37,440 - 46,925

    Join Kyocera International, Inc. Apply today and interview this week! We’re hiring a Machine Operator (second shift) at our Hendersonville, NC location!

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    Key Account Manager II

    Advantage Solutions
    Charlotte, North Carolina, US
    5 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    Summary Key Account Manager II The KAM II is a salesperson responsible for meeting sales quotas and expense budgets for assigned clients by managing sales programs, promotional spending, distribution…

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    Senior Specialist, Sourcing Operations and Production Planning

    VF Corporation
    Greensboro, North Carolina, US
    5 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    At VF, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity.

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    Operating and Capital Budget Supervisor

    City of Charlotte
    Charlotte, North Carolina, US
    5 days ago
    FULL_TIME
    USD 77,358 - 111,202

    Date Opened: Friday, July 10, 2026 12:00 AM Close Date: Friday, July 31, 2026 12:00 AM Department: Planning, Design & Development Department Salary: $77,358.00 - $111,201.5 Commensurate with…

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    Retail Manager - CLUB Membership

    Bass Pro Shops
    Concord, North Carolina, US
    5 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    POSITION SUMMARY: This Retail Manager position for our Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s CLUB program is a unique position in our retail locations.

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    Sales Associate Apparel (part-time)

    Bass Pro Shops
    Concord, North Carolina, US
    5 days ago
    PART_TIME

    POSITION SUMMARY: The Sales Outfitter performs various Selling / Customer Service activities, to include greeting and acknowledging all customers in a prompt and friendly manner, handling merchandise…

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    Key Account Manager I

    Advantage Solutions
    Charlotte, North Carolina, US
    5 days ago
    FULL_TIME

    Summary Key Account Manager I This position also works closely with internal Advantage Solutions associates such as Customer Managers and order entry, claims, category management, schematics and…

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    Administrator

    Everstory Partners
    Shelby, North Carolina, US
    5 days ago

    Description Why Everstory At Everstory Partners, our mission is to create supportive spaces where individuals and families can find solace, meaning, and hope in the midst of loss.

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    0041 - Cary NC - Shop Mechanic Bike&Snow

    REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)
    Cary, North Carolina, US
    5 days ago
    TEMPORARY
    USD 35,027 - 39,728

    Overview REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors.

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    Director of Philanthropy

    The Nature Conservancy
    Durham, North Carolina, US
    6 days ago
    FULL_TIME
    USD 155,000 - 175,000

    What We Can Achieve Together: The Director of Philanthropy (DOP) is responsible for leading all aspects of a comprehensive development program that secures significant financial resources to support…

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    Outdoor Careers in North Carolina

    North Carolina offers exceptional outdoor employment diversity, spanning from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Outer Banks coastline. The state is home to Great Smoky Mountains National Park (the most visited national park in America), creating hundreds of seasonal positions. Western North Carolina, particularly around Asheville, has become an outdoor recreation hub with numerous adventure tourism companies, outdoor brands, and education programs. The state's extensive state park system and national forests provide conservation and recreation management opportunities. North Carolina's mild climate allows for year-round outdoor programming, though each season brings distinct activities. The Outer Banks and coastal regions support water sports, fishing, and marine education programs. The state's numerous summer camps and outdoor education centers create substantial seasonal employment. The Triangle area (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) hosts outdoor industry offices and environmental organizations. North Carolina's outdoor economy generates billions annually and continues growing as the state attracts outdoor enthusiasts and businesses.

    Top Outdoor Industries

    • Outdoor Education & Camps
    • National Park Management
    • Adventure Tourism
    • Whitewater Rafting
    • Conservation Programs
    • Coastal & Marine Recreation

    Major Employers

    • National Park Service (Great Smoky Mountains)
    • North Carolina State Parks
    • Outward Bound
    • Nantahala Outdoor Center
    • Camp Mondamin/Camp Green Cove

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