2027 Summer Intern, Natural Resources (Southern California)

ICF; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is offering a full-time, 10-week internship in Southern California, working with botanists, wildlife biologists, wetland ecologists, and regulatory specialists on diverse projects. The role includes field surveys, habitat assessments, and restoration tasks under supervision of professional staff.

The program begins in early June 2027 with a hybrid work schedule across San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside offices.

Qualifications

• 30 college credit hours completed in biology, ecology, natural resources management, environmental sciences, or similar discipline.
• Bachelor’s degree completed by start date (preferred).
• Some graduate coursework in biology, ecology, natural resources management, environmental sciences (preferred).
• Fluency with Microsoft Word and Excel; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with species surveys, restoration and construction monitoring, planning and implementation of field activities, take detailed field data, assist with constraints analyses, and review database outputs.
• Assist with project-related tasks such as writing reports, sections of technical documents, compliance or monitoring reports, and environmental permit applications.
• Complete field-related work assignments within 2-3 hours of Orange County.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Excellent written and verbal comms

First aid/CPR certified

Education

30 college credit hours in biology/ecology/natural resources/environmental sciences

Bachelor’s degree

9 graduate credits in biology/ecology/natural resources/environmental sciences

Job description

Description

The Intern will gain real-world experience working with botanists, wildlife biologists, wetland ecologists, and/or regulatory specialists on a wide variety of projects, including special status species surveys, habitat assessments, aquatic resources delineations, construction implementation, and restoration projects in Southern California. The Intern will assist with project tasks such as those listed below, will offer their insight and latest knowledge of techniques to professional staff, and learn about the work done at ICF.

The Intern will gain real-world experience working with botanists, wildlife biologists, wetland ecologists, and/or regulatory specialists on a wide variety of projects, including special status species surveys, habitat assessments, aquatic resources delineations, construction implementation, and restoration projects in Southern California. The Intern will assist with project tasks such as those listed below, will offer their insight and latest knowledge of techniques to professional staff, and learn about the work done at ICF.This is a full-time, 10-week internship that begins in early June 2027. The intern will work a hybrid schedule from our San Diego, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Orange, CA; Riverside, CA offices. Pay is expected to be $23 per hour for undergraduate interns and $28 per hour for graduate interns. At this time, relocation nor housing assistance is available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with species surveys, restoration and construction monitoring, planning and implementation of field activities, take detailed field data, assist with constraints analyses, and review database outputs.
• Assist with project-related tasks such as writing reports, sections of technical documents, compliance or monitoring reports, and environmental permit applications.
• Complete field-related work assignments within 2-3 hours of Orange County.

Basic Qualifications

• By start date, at least 30 college level credit hours of completed courses in biology, ecology, natural resources management, environmental sciences, or similar discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• A completed bachelor’s degree
• By start date, acceptance/ enrollment verification, or at least 9 credit hours of completed graduate-level courses in in biology, ecology, natural resources management, environmental sciences, or similar discipline
• Fluency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Some knowledge of California and Federal environmental laws and regulations
• Ability to document agendas, notes, and other meeting deliverables in a clear and accurate manner
• First aid/CPR certified

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting‑edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$37,855.00 - $77,869.00

San Diego, CA (CA74)