2027 Summer Intern, Wildlife Biologist (Austin, TX)

ICF; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking an entry-level Wildlife Biologist intern to assist in wetland delineations and biological surveys for infrastructure projects across Texas and the U.S.

This is an entry-level, 10-week, full-time internship with a June–August timeline. The position is hybrid from Austin, TX, and housing or relocation assistance is not provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 30 completed college credits in biology or related fields.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to travel and work in field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist wetland delineations and biological surveys for infrastructure projects.
• Support teams in field biology, wetlands, habitat assessments, and permits.
• Assess impacts and help prepare technical reports and permits.
• Work across Texas and the U.S. on diverse sites.
• Develop technical skills and discuss regulatory changes with team.
• Build client relationships under senior staff guidance.

Skills

Biology

Regulatory knowledge

GPS

Field work

Education

Biology or related field coursework

Tools

GPS technologies

Job description

ICF is growing in Texas, and we want you to join in our growth!

ICF is seeking a motivated, early-career Wildlife Biologist to intern with our team and assist in conducting wetland delineations and biological surveys for infrastructure projects throughout Texas and the U.S.

This is an entry-level, 10-week, full-time internship expected to begin in June and end in August. This position is hybrid from Austin, TX. At this time, we are unable to provide housing or relocation assistance for this position.

Why work for ICF?

At ICF you are our raison d’être, a team of environmental experts prizing scientific rigor, regulatory insight, work-life balance, and a commitment to integrity. You will enjoy the diversity of work, entrepreneurial opportunities, and mission of building a more prosperous and resilient world. Whatever you seek, there is a reason so many of our people have stayed with ICF for over 20 years.

On our team, you will:

• Apply your technical expertise and regulatory knowledge to help solve our clients’ toughest compliance challenges, involving Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), and federal and state laws

• Support teams of experts in project field efforts focused on biology and wetlands, including plant and wildlife habitat assessments, surveys, wetland delineations, and functional assessments

• Assess impacts and prepare technical reports and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 404/10 permit applications and mitigation plans

• Explore a wide variety of project sites, terrain, and ecological landscapes, within Texas and across the U.S.

• Learn and hone your technical skills while discussing species and regulatory changes with other talented biologists and project managers

• Develop client relationships under experienced leaders who serve as trusted advisors for our long-time clients

Basic Qualifications:

• By start date, a minimum of 30 completed college credits in Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, Wetland Science, Wildlife, Ecology, Botany, Forest, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field

• Valid driver’s license is required

Preferred Qualifications and Attributes:

• Must be able to work in the field for extended periods of time, often with limited mobile phone reception

• Ability to travel to project sites, including overnight trips for up to a week at a time

• Any experience leading or supporting wildlife habitat assessments and surveys, wetland delineations, environmental permitting related to WOTUS, or closely-related environmental field services

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical writing skills and ability to QA/QC deliverables and apply feedback from senior staff

• Experience using GPS technologies

• The team’s local office is in Austin, TX, and due to the location of field work, Texas-based candidates are preferred

Why you will love working here:

• Welcome you warmly to our team and value your knowledge and expertise as an environmental professional

• Seek to provide you with diverse experiences including new project types, peers, clients, and geographies

• Offer flexible work arrangements and support work-life balance to the maximum extent possible within the constraints of the role

• Connect you with leaders and technical experts in Texas and across ICF to share innovative ideas, provide expert solutions, and to help you learn and grow

• Support career development to sharpen your business and project management skills, hone your expertise, and accelerate your growth

• Offer an exciting opportunity to be part of something important, working with integrity on projects that matter, and making a difference in the communities in which we live

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 theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.

For more information, please read our EEO policy.

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

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.

To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist.

All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

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 orassistwith 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 at [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:

$34,564.00 - $58,758.00

Austin, TX (TX18)