Investigative Intern Programme

Part-Time, As-Needed Positions

NTRLNK is opening four internship positions for individuals seeking to begin their professional path as Private Investigators in the State of Oregon. These opportunities provide genuine investigative experience under the supervision of a licensed investigator, supporting candidates as they progress from the Provisional PI Licence to full licensure.

About the Programme

This internship is suited to individuals who want structured, practical exposure to investigative work. Interns assist with active cases as required and gain familiarity with research methods, documentation, legal obligations, and professional investigative standards.

Typical duties may include:

• Open-source and background research

• Reviewing, organising, and preparing case documents

• Supporting fieldwork when appropriate

• Assisting with tasks related to digital, civil, and corporate investigations

Work hours vary according to case load and are scheduled strictly on an as-needed basis.

Licensing Requirements

Applicants must meet the eligibility standards of the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards & Training (DPSST) for the Provisional Private Investigator Licence.

All licensing costs and state fees are the responsibility of the intern.

NTRLNK provides supervision, guidance, and the professional structure required for interns to progress toward full investigator status.

Compensation

The internship itself is unpaid.
However, if auxiliary paid assignments arise and the intern is suitable for the work, those tasks will be compensated at the standard auxiliary-investigator rate.

Candidate Expectations

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

• Sound judgment and discretion

• Reliability and respect for investigative procedure

• Strong analytical and research skills

• Professional conduct at all times

• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in investigations

How to Apply

Please send a brief introduction and CV to:
admin@ntrlnk.net
Subject line: Investigative Intern Application

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Maritime Intelligence & Expert-Witness Consultant

Part-Time, As-Needed Position

NTRLNK is seeking an experienced maritime professional to provide specialised analysis, expert reports, and expert-witness testimony in matters involving vessel operations, maritime activity, and associated investigative issues. This role supports NTRLNK’s growing need for subject-matter expertise in maritime intelligence, vessel tracking, port operations, and maritime-related civil and criminal inquiries.

This is an as-needed consulting position for an individual with demonstrable maritime competence, strong analytical capability, and the ability to present findings in a clear, defensible manner suitable for legal proceedings.

Position Responsibilities

The Maritime Intelligence & Expert-Witness Consultant will assist with:

• AIS (Automatic Identification System) analysis and vessel-movement reconstruction

• Vessel ownership tracing, registry research, and flag-state documentation

• Port-call verification and anomaly identification

• Maritime risk assessments, including smuggling, contraband movement, and illegal fishing indicators

• Review of maritime compliance, safety procedures, and operational records

• Expert declarations, written reports, and courtroom testimony as required

• Consultations on maritime incidents, near-misses, accidents, or insurance-related matters

Assignments vary by case and may require rapid evaluation, analysis of maritime data, and production of formal reports.

Required or Strongly Preferred Qualifications

Candidates should bring well-established maritime credentials from recognised civilian, academic, or military pathways. The following qualifications carry weight in litigation and expert-witness contexts:

Formal Degrees

• B.S. or M.S. in Maritime Studies, Maritime Security, Maritime Affairs, Marine Transportation, Nautical Science, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Oceanography, or related fields

• J.D. or LL.M. with a focus in Admiralty/Maritime Law (highly valued for legal analysis)

Professional Maritime Licenses

• U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), particularly:

  • Master (any tonnage or limited tonnage)

  • Mate

  • Able Seaman (AB)

  • OUPV (“Six-Pack”) Operator

• STCW certifications (internationally recognised and respected)

• U.S. Navy or U.S. Coast Guard navigation, operations, or intelligence qualifications

• Coast Guard marine safety, inspection, or investigative experience

Maritime Investigation & Intelligence Credentials

• Certified Marine Investigator (CMI) – International Association of Marine Investigators (IAMI)

• Marine Surveying, Marine Accident Investigation, Port State Control, or Maritime Security certifications (Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, IMCS, AMSA, etc.)

• Demonstrated competence in OSINT collection and maritime data analysis

Compliance & Safety

• ISM Code Auditor training

• ISO 9001/14001 maritime-sector auditor qualifications

• OSHA Maritime Safety (29 CFR Parts 1917/1918)

Candidates must be capable of producing written expert reports, supporting litigation, and providing testimony when required.

Compensation

This is a paid consulting position. Compensation is based on the complexity, urgency, and scope of the assignment. Court declarations, expert reports, depositions, and testimony are billed at established expert-witness rates.

How to Apply

Please send a brief introduction, CV, and a summary of your maritime qualifications to:
admin@ntrlnk.net
Subject line: Maritime Expert Application