Biology Intern

Rincon Consultants • San Luis Obispo, CA

3d • $27 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Biology Intern, you will support field and technical work that helps assess and protect sensitive biological resources across California. You'll gain hands-on experience with environmental monitoring, field surveys, and data documentation while working alongside experienced biologists and project managers. This role is ideal for students interested in applying scientific principles to real-world environmental challenges and learning how biological resources shape project planning and compliance.

Requirements

• Current status as a recent graduate who has completed an undergraduate or graduate degree within the past two years in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or a related field.
• Ability to collect and analyze field data, solve moderately complex problems, and contribute to technical reporting.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to managing time effectively and producing high-quality, professional work.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to draft professional emails and support technical report preparation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Creativity, adaptability, and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic consulting environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with GPS and GIS tools.
• Prior practical field experience.
• Ability to maintain a valid California driver's license and clean driving record, and to travel to project sites—including occasionally driving on off-highway or 4x4 routes—using the visual, auditory, and manual skills required for safe vehicle operation.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental monitoring during construction for permit compliance and resource protection.
• Conduct desktop resource analysis.
• Conduct biological field surveys and site assessments.
• Perform on-site inspections on uneven terrain as part of a team.
• Organize field data, notes, and photographs for use in technical reports.
• Assist with preparing technical reports, plans, and permit applications.
• Collaborate with project teams and represent Rincon professionally in all assignments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees