Entry Level Nutritionist Jobs
New grad nutritionist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or clinical practicum can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Food & Beverage, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Hospitality & Tourism, with employers like Sodexo, Geisinger, and Atrium Health hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
The New Mexico WIC Program, Department of Health and Family Health bureau safeguards the health of nutritionally at-risk low-income pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants, children, and seniors by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, nutrition information for healthy eating, health counseling, breastfeeding support, nutrition classes, cooking classes, and referrals to health care providers and social services.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To screen applicants to determine eligibility by assessing income, residency, and nutritional risk. Prescribes food packages. Provides group and one-on-one nutrition education, including breastfeeding promotion and support that is responsive to the identified needs/interests of each participant. Identifies the need for individual care plans and implements them for high-risk participants. Refers participants to other health and social services and provides appropriate follow-up to referrals. Documents nutrition services provided, including referral and follow-up to referrals.
Supports program operations by meeting caseload goals in performing clinic duties, traveling to clinics to perform services, outreach to health fairs and other programs to increase caseload, and provide customer service to applicants/participants.
May provide intake/certification process of an applicant/participant including observation form, health assessment, breastfeeding women/infant evaluations, breastfeeding women/infant/child midpoint assessments; anthropometrics (heights, weights, hemoglobin), and immunization status by asking applicant/participant.
Facilitates Nutrition Education classes using "Facilitators of Change" - Participant Centered Services (PCS) design.
May provide clinical nutrition assessments and/or prescribe food packages.
Provides group and one-on-one nutrition education, including breastfeeding promotion and support that is responsive to the identified needs/interests of each participant.
Identifies the need for individual care plans and implements them for high-risk participants.
Refers participants to other health and social services and provides appropriate follow-up to referrals.
Documents nutrition services provided, including referral and follow-up to referrals.
CUSTOMERS
Qualified Pregnant, Breastfeeding and Post-partum women, infants, and children - up to the age of five (5) years.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a social, community, health, education, or nutritional field and two (2) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certification from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to visual/video display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Extended periods of driving and the ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds may be required. Potential exposure to communicable diseases and moderate office noise, heat, cold, and smells. Incumbent may be required to respond to Public Health emergencies during non-traditional work hours. Some travel with occasional overnight stay may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Agency Contact Information: Margie Blatnik (505) 870-4433 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
INTRODUCTION
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
The New Mexico WIC Program, Department of Health and Family Health bureau safeguards the health of nutritionally at-risk low-income pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants, children, and seniors by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, nutrition information for healthy eating, health counseling, breastfeeding support, nutrition classes, cooking classes, and referrals to health care providers and social services.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To screen applicants to determine eligibility by assessing income, residency, and nutritional risk. Prescribes food packages. Provides group and one-on-one nutrition education, including breastfeeding promotion and support that is responsive to the identified needs/interests of each participant. Identifies the need for individual care plans and implements them for high-risk participants. Refers participants to other health and social services and provides appropriate follow-up to referrals. Documents nutrition services provided, including referral and follow-up to referrals.
Supports program operations by meeting caseload goals in performing clinic duties, traveling to clinics to perform services, outreach to health fairs and other programs to increase caseload, and provide customer service to applicants/participants.
May provide intake/certification process of an applicant/participant including observation form, health assessment, breastfeeding women/infant evaluations, breastfeeding women/infant/child midpoint assessments; anthropometrics (heights, weights, hemoglobin), and immunization status by asking applicant/participant.
Facilitates Nutrition Education classes using "Facilitators of Change" - Participant Centered Services (PCS) design.
May provide clinical nutrition assessments and/or prescribe food packages.
Provides group and one-on-one nutrition education, including breastfeeding promotion and support that is responsive to the identified needs/interests of each participant.
Identifies the need for individual care plans and implements them for high-risk participants.
Refers participants to other health and social services and provides appropriate follow-up to referrals.
Documents nutrition services provided, including referral and follow-up to referrals.
CUSTOMERS
Qualified Pregnant, Breastfeeding and Post-partum women, infants, and children - up to the age of five (5) years.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a social, community, health, education, or nutritional field and two (2) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certification from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to visual/video display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Extended periods of driving and the ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds may be required. Potential exposure to communicable diseases and moderate office noise, heat, cold, and smells. Incumbent may be required to respond to Public Health emergencies during non-traditional work hours. Some travel with occasional overnight stay may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Margie Blatnik (505) 870-4433 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
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Who's Hiring
- Sodexo19
- Geisinger2
- Atrium Health2
- State of New Mexico2
- Geisinger Health Plan2
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage19
- Healthcare & Medical Services9
- Hospitality & Tourism6
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Government & Public Sector3
Entry Level Nutritionist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level nutritionist job?
Start by completing a dietetic internship or supervised practice hours, since most entry level roles expect at least some hands-on clinical or community nutrition experience. A Registered Dietitian credential or candidacy status strengthens your application significantly. Tailoring your resume to highlight practicum settings, population groups you worked with, and any counseling or meal-planning projects gives you a concrete edge over candidates with only coursework.
Which companies hire entry level nutritionists?
Companies hiring entry level nutritionists right now include Sodexo, Geisinger, and Atrium Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a broad mix of hospital systems, outpatient clinics, school districts, corporate wellness programs, and food service organizations actively onboarding new graduates.
Are there remote entry level nutritionist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level nutrition roles are on-site due to clinical or food service requirements. About 12% of entry level nutritionist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and these tend to be in health coaching, telehealth counseling, or corporate wellness where patient-facing labs and kitchens are not required.
Are these new grad nutritionist jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior nutritionist roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad-friendly listing typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts dietetic internships or supervised hours toward eligibility, and does not require independent licensure from day one. Roles that list a portfolio or case studies as acceptable substitutes for work history are also strong fits for new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level nutritionists?
Entry Level nutritionist roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Hospitality & Tourism, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they have structured onboarding programs, supervision frameworks that support new graduates working toward full credentialing, and steady patient or client volume that justifies adding junior staff.