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, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, AECOM, and LaBella Associates hiring at this level now.
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Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist to join its collaborative team in New York, NY, White Plains, NY, or Melville, NY. This individual will serve a key function in providing site exploration activities including, but not limited to contaminated site investigation and remediation work; soil and groundwater sampling; vapor intrusion investigation; remedial investigation, design, implementation, and monitoring; pilot tests; data management, processing, and evaluation; and report preparation. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with top industry leadership on a complex and diverse portfolio of environmental projects in a continuous learning environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform field inspections and environmental investigations;
- Perform air, soil, gas, groundwater sampling and remediation of contaminated properties;
- Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations by logging borings, collecting samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording data. Perform routine and special calculations;
- Field oversight of remediation activities and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with job specifications;
- Identify and implement solutions to both routine and more complex field and/or laboratory problems and accurately document results; Communicate with supervisor on any problems encountered on project sites;
- Assist with the preparation of technical reports, specifications, and plans; data management and evaluation; and environmental assessment and remediation; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology;
- Minimum GPA of 3.0;
- 0-2 years of work-related experience;
- Prior relevant internship preferred;
- Applicants with an engineering degree are preferred to have EIT Certification, or current registration for FE exam;
- Strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
- Possess a valid driver's license in good standing to remote job site locations; and
- Availability to work overtime as needed.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection
Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist to join its collaborative team in New York, NY, White Plains, NY, or Melville, NY. This individual will serve a key function in providing site exploration activities including, but not limited to contaminated site investigation and remediation work; soil and groundwater sampling; vapor intrusion investigation; remedial investigation, design, implementation, and monitoring; pilot tests; data management, processing, and evaluation; and report preparation. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with top industry leadership on a complex and diverse portfolio of environmental projects in a continuous learning environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform field inspections and environmental investigations;
- Perform air, soil, gas, groundwater sampling and remediation of contaminated properties;
- Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations by logging borings, collecting samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording data. Perform routine and special calculations;
- Field oversight of remediation activities and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with job specifications;
- Identify and implement solutions to both routine and more complex field and/or laboratory problems and accurately document results; Communicate with supervisor on any problems encountered on project sites;
- Assist with the preparation of technical reports, specifications, and plans; data management and evaluation; and environmental assessment and remediation; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology;
- Minimum GPA of 3.0;
- 0-2 years of work-related experience;
- Prior relevant internship preferred;
- Applicants with an engineering degree are preferred to have EIT Certification, or current registration for FE exam;
- Strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
- Possess a valid driver's license in good standing to remote job site locations; and
- Availability to work overtime as needed.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection
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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 Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, AECOM, and LaBella Associates, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 0% of entry level environmental geologist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 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, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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.