DescriptionThe 2025 Summer Intern will gain real-world experience working with aquatic ecologists, fisheries biologists, wetland ecologists and/ or environmental scientists and planners on a wide variety of projects. Projects may include ecosystem modeling and data analysis; contribution to environmental reviews, assessments, and plans; and fieldwork related to aquatic or terrestrial species surveys. 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. Work may include fieldwork, and if so appropriate training, including safety training, will be included.This is a full-time, 10-week internship that begins in early June 2025. The intern will work a hybrid schedule from our Portland, OR office (generally 1-2 days per week) and may also be required to spend time in the field or at additional training or work sites based on business needs. At this time we are unable to provide relocation nor housing assistance in Portland, OR. Accommodations and transportation would be provided for any overnight travel required away from the home or Portland office.Responsibilities:
Assist with fieldwork that may include freshwater mussel or fisheries surveys, terrestrial wildlife or plant surveys, habitat and culvert surveys or others.
Assist with project-related tasks such as research and information gathering, data-analysis, and writing reports.
Basic Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resources management, environmental sciences, fisheries and wildlife or similar discipline with an anticipated graduation no earlier than August 2025 and no later than June 2026.
Preferred Qualifications:
Fluency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience with statistics and data analysis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Some knowledge of Oregon and Washington 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 ICFICF 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 an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) .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 Candidateaccommodation@icf.com 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 here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process (http://careers.icf.com/us/en/accommodations) .Read more about workplace discrimination rights , the Pay Transparency Statement (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp%20EnglishformattedESQA508c.pdf) , or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity)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:$33,569.00 - $57,067.00Portland, OR (OR09)
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