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Entry Level Environmental Scientist Graduate Jobs

Environmental Scientist

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$71K - $94K/yr

Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking an entry level Environmental Scientist with 0-3 years of experience. This position will conduct field work planning, collection and documentation of soil/water/air ...

Environmental Scientist

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site +1

$27.88 - $29.81/hr

APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC is seeking an entry level Environmental Scientist on a full-time basis to participate in a variety of environmental compliance tasks in support of our RCRA ...

Environmental Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$77K - $101K/yr

Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking an enthusiastic entry level environmental scientist to join our team of Nature-based Solutions professionals. The position will assist in the completion of project ...

Environmental Scientist

FL · On-site +1

$72K - $95K/yr

Metric Engineering, Inc. is seeking entry level/junior scientist candidates with 0-3 years of professional experience for a full-time Environmental Scientist or Environmental Specialist position ...

Environmental Scientist 1

Los Angeles, CA

$80K - $106K/yr

Apex is seeking entry-level Environmental Field Scientists that will be responsible for conducting comprehensive on-site environmental assessments at various operational sites to ensure compliance ...

Entry Level Environmental Technician - Oakland, California Intertek, a leading provider of quality ... AS or BS Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Biology, Chemistry, or some ...

Environmental Scientist

Ballwin, MO

$72K - $95K/yr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is looking for an Environmental Scientist (0-3 years experience ... Recent college graduate to maximum of 3 years of applicable experience performing wetland ...

Environmental Scientist 1

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$80K - $106K/yr

Apex is seeking entry-level Environmental Field Scientists that will be responsible for conducting comprehensive on-site environmental assessments at various operational sites to ensure compliance ...

Environmental Scientist 1

Los Angeles, CA

$80K - $106K/yr

Apex is seeking entry-level Environmental Field Scientists that will be responsible for conducting comprehensive on-site environmental assessments at various operational sites to ensure compliance ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level environmental scientist graduate in the United States is $84,123.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Environmental Scientist

Stantec

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$71K - $94K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Stantec rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 81 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

74th of 352 rated engineering


Job description

Our environmental, engineering, and construction group provides a wide range of professional consulting services to municipal, industrial, and commercial clients. Our experts lead their fields and guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. We're a place where you can apply your passion and collaborate with top talent on work that's critical to our clients, our communities, and the industry at large.
Your Opportunity
Stantec is seeking an entry level Environmental Scientist with 0-3 years of experience. This position will conduct field work planning, collection and documentation of soil/water/air samples, environmental monitoring and reporting, data management and reporting, industrial by-product management and land application assistance, and may conduct construction observations and documentations for a variety of project types with a focus on environmental compliance. The ideal candidate would enjoy a balance of office and field tasks, exhibiting positive contractors and client relations in the office and the field. Our offices are comprised of multidisciplinary teams, and this position offers the right person opportunities to work on a broad range of projects, pending workload and staff availability. Water, municipality, community development, remediation, and environment/natural resources related projects are also potential opportunities for this position.
Your Key Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate and assist with scoping and scheduling field investigations and routine environmental monitoring events. Includes laboratory coordination.
  • Oversee and conduct soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, and air monitoring sampling.
  • Geologic logging and field bore log preparation.
  • Coordinate schedules for on-going monitoring events; develop and maintain compliance calendars.
  • Collect, and interpret data, conduct analyses, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance. Includes data management.
  • Compile, evaluate, analyze, and present/report investigation and monitor data.
  • Understand and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
  • Prepare health & safety plans, work plans, reports, and other technical documents.
  • Coordinate and oversee subcontractors, including health and safety management.
  • Perform construction observations, field testing, and field measurements
  • Document construction activities, progress, and correspondence
  • Communicate with the project team and stakeholders (verbally and written)
  • Develop environmental monitoring and compliance reports.
  • Develop construction progress reports and communicate with the project team, contractor, and client as required.
  • Perform field nuclear density and moisture testing.
  • Assist with field related survey tasks to obtain boundaries, topography, GIS data collection, geodetic control, etc.
  • Assist with environmental compliance and operational reporting for solid waste facilities
  • Maintain positive client/public relations both in the office and in the field
  • Prepare technical documents using MS Word, and Excel
  • Ability to work extended hours, including weekends, to accommodate schedules
  • Ability to travel to other offices and project sites, including extended overnight stays out of town or out of state, as needed; field work may take place in remote locations with minimal amenities available
  • Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and terrain conditions
  • Ability to lift approximately 50 lbs. and do repetitive work such as lifting, bending and standing for long periods of time

Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Excellent computer and technical skills
  • Experience with utilizing a tablet and various applications to promote paperless documentation procedures
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or Science related field
  • Commensurate with education, training, and experience.
  • Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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Primary Location: United States | IN | Indianapolis
Organization: BC-1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 27/05/2026 09:05:37
Req ID: 1006069
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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