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Rincon Consultants · 1 day ago

Biology Intern

San Luis Obispo, CA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$27/hr - $27/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Rincon Consultants is a California-based environmental consulting firm dedicated to providing high-quality environmental science and consulting services. The Biology Intern will support field and technical work to assess and protect sensitive biological resources, gaining hands-on experience with environmental monitoring and field surveys.

Environmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringLocation Based ServicesMapping ServicesSustainability

Growth Opportunities

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

Qualification

BiologyEnvironmental ScienceField Data CollectionGPSGIS ToolsTechnical ReportingMicrosoft Office SuiteTeamworkCommunication SkillsDetail-orientedCreativityAdaptability

Required

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

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