Entry Level Environmental Geologist Jobs
New grad environmental geologist jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a field-sampling portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Mining & Natural Resources, with employers like Terracon Consultants, WSP, and S&ME hiring at this level now.
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Job Description
- Groundwater sampling,
- Collection of soil samples,
- Installation of monitoring wells,
- Identification and evaluation of sensitive receptors,
- Analyzing and interpreting analytical data,
- Authoring technical reports,
- Progressing sites towards regulatory closure,
- Learning and honing the fundamentals of Data Collection;
- Data validity and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC);
- Observation and documentation in support of scientific investigations and engineered solutions.
- OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER training is preferred.
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Who's Hiring
- Terracon Consultants12
- WSP7

- S&ME6
- Arcadis6
- HALEY & ALDRICH6
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services57
- Construction & Real Estate6
- Mining & Natural Resources5
- Technology & Software3
- Energy2
Entry Level Environmental Geologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level environmental geologist job?
Start by building hands-on experience through internships, field sampling courses, or volunteer site assessments, since employers at this level value demonstrated fieldwork over a lengthy resume. Familiarity with Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, soil and groundwater sampling protocols, and report writing gives candidates a clear edge. Professional registrations like EIT or enrolling toward a Professional Geologist license signal commitment and help your application stand out early.
Which companies hire entry level environmental geologists?
Companies hiring entry level environmental geologists right now include Terracon Consultants, WSP, and S&ME, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Environmental consulting firms, civil engineering firms with remediation practices, and government agencies tend to be the most consistent employers at this level, frequently onboarding new graduates for project support and field technician roles.
Are there remote entry level environmental geologist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level environmental geologist roles involve field or lab work that requires an on-site presence. About 2% of entry level environmental geologist openings are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions typically focus on data analysis, report writing, or GIS mapping rather than direct field sampling duties.
Are these new grad environmental geologist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior environmental geologist roles alongside other entry level postings. A new-grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-op work as qualifying experience, and does not require a Professional Geologist license on day one, making them accessible to candidates entering the field directly from a degree program.
Which industries hire the most entry level environmental geologists?
Entry Level environmental geologist roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Mining & Natural Resources, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they carry ongoing regulatory obligations around site investigation, remediation, and environmental compliance that require consistent entry level support staff to execute fieldwork and produce agency-required documentation.