E-3 Visa Environmental Attorney Jobs
Environmental Attorney roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a law degree and bar admission, meeting the specialty occupation standard. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a practical path for Australian-qualified lawyers targeting environmental law positions at U.S. firms, agencies, or corporations.
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The role of an environmental engineer/scientist/geologist is to work on smaller projects, and/or as a team member of a larger project under the close guidance and supervision of a senior engineer/scientist. An environmental engineer/scientist/geologist will assist more senior engineers/scientists by performing the routine aspects of environmental engineering assignments and may assist in the analysis of proposed projects. An environmental engineer/scientist/geologist should be able to evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for a project, and perform a variety of tasks which may include calculations and field work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide support for projects involving environmental site characterization, environmental remediation, and environmental compliance.
- Work with other engineering/scientist disciplines and professionals in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/scientist.
- Perform field work as directed by a senior engineer/scientist. This may include subcontractor oversight, soil boring and well installation, soil and groundwater sampling, pilot testing, material sampling, etc.
- Assist with data management and preparation of design documents, permit packages, work plans, reports, tables, and figures.
- Assist in basic interpretation and verifying compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety rules and regulations.
- Follow established standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees while completing entry-level and routine assignments.
- This position is part of a larger environmental services team and will likely require support to multiple Stantec offices. Travel will be required.
- Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
- Coordinate with subcontracted laboratories and drillers (coordinate field events, schedule sample delivery/schedule, process invoices).
- Administrative tasks (file management, budget tracking, document control and distribution, etc.).
CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Be willing to learn new skills while working independently for long hours in potentially inclement weather conditions and be flexible in undertaking work assignments.
- Have excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills.
- Understand environmental engineering/science concepts and effectively communicate ideas to others.
- Be proficient in interpreting sketches, drawings, and other similar material.
- Be conscientious, detail-oriented, organized, and disciplined.
- Build and maintain productive professional and personal networking relationships within your technical team.
- Be proficient in commonly used software (e.g., Word, Excel, AutoCAD/civil 3D, GIS, etc).
- Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and physical are required.
- Good driving record and valid driver’s license are required.
- Typical field work environments require the ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time on uneven terrain, lift and move items and equipment up to 50 pounds, and climb a ladder. Field work will include exposure to inclement weather conditions. Work assignments will be both field and office based.
- Typical office environment involves working with computers and remaining sedentary for extended periods of time.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- BS required in Geology, Environmental Science, and/or Chemical/Civil/Environmental Engineering.
- Minimum of 0-2 years of related experience.
- Co-op/Internship experience preferred.
- Available to travel within the US and internationally on short notice; Travel time and field work may be 75 percent.
- Working knowledge of environmental, waste disposal, and health/safety regulations (preferred).
- 40-hour OSHA-HAZWOPER training (preferred, but not required).
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | MI | Farmington Hills
ORGANIZATION: 1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East-Lansing MI
EMPLOYEE STATUS: Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION: New Position
TRAVEL: Yes
SCHEDULE: Full time
JOB POSTING: 27/04/2026 02:04:32
REQ ID: 1005600
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
OPPORTUNITY
The role of an environmental engineer/scientist/geologist is to work on smaller projects, and/or as a team member of a larger project under the close guidance and supervision of a senior engineer/scientist. An environmental engineer/scientist/geologist will assist more senior engineers/scientists by performing the routine aspects of environmental engineering assignments and may assist in the analysis of proposed projects. An environmental engineer/scientist/geologist should be able to evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for a project, and perform a variety of tasks which may include calculations and field work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide support for projects involving environmental site characterization, environmental remediation, and environmental compliance.
- Work with other engineering/scientist disciplines and professionals in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/scientist.
- Perform field work as directed by a senior engineer/scientist. This may include subcontractor oversight, soil boring and well installation, soil and groundwater sampling, pilot testing, material sampling, etc.
- Assist with data management and preparation of design documents, permit packages, work plans, reports, tables, and figures.
- Assist in basic interpretation and verifying compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety rules and regulations.
- Follow established standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees while completing entry-level and routine assignments.
- This position is part of a larger environmental services team and will likely require support to multiple Stantec offices. Travel will be required.
- Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.
- Coordinate with subcontracted laboratories and drillers (coordinate field events, schedule sample delivery/schedule, process invoices).
- Administrative tasks (file management, budget tracking, document control and distribution, etc.).
CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS
- Be willing to learn new skills while working independently for long hours in potentially inclement weather conditions and be flexible in undertaking work assignments.
- Have excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills.
- Understand environmental engineering/science concepts and effectively communicate ideas to others.
- Be proficient in interpreting sketches, drawings, and other similar material.
- Be conscientious, detail-oriented, organized, and disciplined.
- Build and maintain productive professional and personal networking relationships within your technical team.
- Be proficient in commonly used software (e.g., Word, Excel, AutoCAD/civil 3D, GIS, etc).
- Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and physical are required.
- Good driving record and valid driver’s license are required.
- Typical field work environments require the ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time on uneven terrain, lift and move items and equipment up to 50 pounds, and climb a ladder. Field work will include exposure to inclement weather conditions. Work assignments will be both field and office based.
- Typical office environment involves working with computers and remaining sedentary for extended periods of time.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- BS required in Geology, Environmental Science, and/or Chemical/Civil/Environmental Engineering.
- Minimum of 0-2 years of related experience.
- Co-op/Internship experience preferred.
- Available to travel within the US and internationally on short notice; Travel time and field work may be 75 percent.
- Working knowledge of environmental, waste disposal, and health/safety regulations (preferred).
- 40-hour OSHA-HAZWOPER training (preferred, but not required).
LOCATION
Primary Location: United States | MI | Farmington Hills
ORGANIZATION: 1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East-Lansing MI
EMPLOYEE STATUS: Regular
BUSINESS JUSTIFICATION: New Position
TRAVEL: Yes
SCHEDULE: Full time
JOB POSTING: 27/04/2026 02:04:32
REQ ID: 1005600
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Attorney
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
Australian law degrees are assessed differently by U.S. employers and bar examiners. A credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service confirms your JD or LLB equivalent, which strengthens your specialty occupation case when your employer files the LCA with DOL.
Target firms with active environmental law practices
Focus on law firms, in-house legal teams at energy and mining companies, and environmental consulting firms that already handle regulatory compliance work. These employers understand specialty occupation requirements and are far more likely to navigate E-3 sponsorship without pushback.
Clarify bar admission requirements early in interviews
Some U.S. environmental attorney roles require admission to a specific state bar, which you won't hold as an Australian lawyer. Raise this upfront, many employers will proceed with sponsorship while you sit the bar exam, but you need that confirmed before the offer stage.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA and paperwork
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your visa application can proceed. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end, so your employer isn't left managing an unfamiliar government filing process alone.
Confirm your employer will sponsor before accepting an offer
E-3 sponsorship requires your employer to sign the LCA as the petitioning party. Confirm their willingness to file with DOL during negotiations, not after accepting. Some smaller firms are unfamiliar with the E-3 and may initially hesitate, even if the process is less burdensome than an H-1B.
Time your consulate appointment around your start date
E-3 visas are issued at Australian consulates, Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth. Appointment wait times vary by location and season. Book your slot as soon as your LCA is certified so you're not delaying your start date by weeks due to scheduling backlogs.
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How do I find Environmental Attorney jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, it surfaces Environmental Attorney roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship for Australian professionals. General job boards don't filter by visa type or nationality, so you'll spend significant time screening out roles that won't work. Migrate Mate removes that friction and connects you directly with relevant opportunities.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Environmental Attorney role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Environmental Attorney positions require at minimum a Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree and typically bar admission, which meets the specialty occupation standard under the E-3. The DOL-certified LCA your employer files confirms the role meets prevailing wage requirements. Positions that require only general legal knowledge without a specific degree field can face more scrutiny, but environmental law roles with regulatory and compliance responsibilities consistently qualify.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for Environmental Attorney roles?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens but has no annual lottery and no cap, so you can apply at any time of year. The H-1B has an 85,000-slot annual cap with a random lottery, meaning even qualified attorneys are frequently not selected. For an Australian environmental lawyer with a U.S. job offer, the E-3 is the direct path, no lottery risk, no multi-year wait, and indefinitely renewable in two-year increments.
Can I start work while waiting for my E-3 visa if I'm already in the U.S.?
Not on an E-3 directly. If you're in the U.S. on another valid status, you can apply for a change of status through USCIS rather than attending a consulate interview, which allows you to remain in the U.S. during processing. If you're outside the U.S. or prefer the consulate route, you'll need your visa stamp in hand before starting employment. Your employer cannot lawfully employ you until your E-3 status is active.
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