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From Berlin to the Grid: How Community Helped Maxwell Philp Find Heron Power
After a global career spanning Stanford, Plug and Play, and Europe’s's EV charging industry, Maxwell Philp moved home to Santa Cruz and found his next role not online, but in a room full of neighbors.
Joby, Heron Power Lead Launchpad 2026 Hiring Lineup
Joby, Heron Power, and other local employers are joining Launchpad 2026, connecting students and job seekers with internships, part-time roles, and full-time work.
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Looking for Jobs? Here’s 7 Companies That Are Currently Hiring in Santa Cruz County [December 2025]
Are you currently looking for work? Here is a round up of 7 local Santa Cruz County companies who are hiring this December.