ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INTERN

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Fish and Wildlife in California is seeking an Environmental Services Intern for the South Coast Region to support the Human-Wildlife Conflict team. The intern will help provide solutions for resolving wildlife incidents and develop best practices for conflict mitigation while adhering to CDFW policies and Fish and Game code.

This internship offers field experience with species such as black bears, mountain lions, and deer, and may include a hybrid telework option with in‑office

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support the program by providing solutions to help resolve incidents involving wildlife.
• Develop and incorporate best practices that focus on conflict mitigation techniques.

Job description

Wildlife Coexistence Intern
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INTERN

$3,057.00 - $4,496.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/28/2026

The South Coast Region Human-Wildlife Conflict team is looking for an Intern. We are looking for someone to support the program by providing solutions to help members of the public resolve incidents involving wildlife. The Incumbent will develop and incorporate best practices that focus on conflict mitigation techniques and adhere to existing and changing California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) policies and Fish and Game code to implement solutions that will help keep focal species wild and thriving.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career scientist to learn from seasoned biologists for hands‑on field experience with black bears, mountain lions, deer, and more!

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program.

Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program:

Personal Leave Program - Human Resources - CalHR .

This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in‑person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in‑office days may be required based on operational needs.

The language below is required for these NT classifications.

• Applicants who receive public assistance under the CalWORKs program shall be given hiring priority consideration as provided in Government Code, Section 19063.
• Applicants who receive public assistance need to identify themselves as CalWORKs recipients in the comments section of the STD 678, Examination/Employment Application.
• Applicants must submit verification of CalWORKs eligibility, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) eligibility or a copy of the most recent aid check stub.
• Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program. If CalWORKs verification is not submitted with the application, it will not be processed as CalWORKs eligible.
• Participation by a public assistance recipient is voluntary and in no event shall any person be subject to sanctions, through loss of benefits or eligibility, for not applying for, accepting, or continuing in a seasonal or entry level non-testing classification opening.

The Environmental Services Intern classification is a non-testing classification.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Office will be located at the Seal Beach Office. The incumbent must be willing to work long, irregular hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Field activities may be strenuous physical activity in variable weather conditions. Office work can require using computer keyboard at least several hours a day, sitting most of the time; but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Lifting heavy and irregular items (up to 40 lbs.) and performing strenuous field and lab work are required. Must attend occasional meetings. In addition to working with SCR-based staff, interact with other CDFW Headquarter staff and members of the public, mostly via TEAMS e-mail and telephone. Employee is required to wear a field uniform identifying the incumbent as an employee of the Department. Must possess a valid driver's license. Travel is required at least 50% of the time, which includes overnight stays in various locations throughout the SCR.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INTERN

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INTERN $3,057.00 - $3,786.00A $3,331.00 - $4,118.00B $3,626.00 - $4,496.00C New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

2

Work Location:

Orange County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

Lifting heavy and irregular items (up to 40 lbs.) and performing strenuous field and lab work are required.

This position requires possession of a valid Driver's License. The selected candidate will be required to provide a photocopy (front and back) of the license: Name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL #, Class, expiration.

The selected candidate may be required to provide transcripts (may be unofficial).

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work well in a team environment and be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, constituents, vendors, and outside agencies.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Civil Rights Office
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.