60 Entry level environmental jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Entry Level Environmental Jobs in 2026

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The qualifications to get an entry-level environmental job can vary greatly based on the type of job and responsibilities you have. Environmental scientists and specialists need to have a bachelor’s degree in a natural science, such as biology, chemistry, or earth sciences. If you are an environmental engineering technician, you need an associate degree. Foresters and conservation experts need to have a bachelor’s degree and an interest in preserving the natural environment. Important skills for all of these jobs include strong written and verbal communication, computer literacy, and analytical thinking.

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Top Types Of Entry Level Environmental Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Entry Level Environmental positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Field Environmental Scientist

    Salary range: $75,000 - $98,500

    Field Environmental Scientist is a typical job search query Most salaries for Field Environmental Scientist jobs pay between $75,000 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Field Environmental Scientist job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Entry Level Environmental Science International

    Salary range: $75,000 - $98,500

    Entry Level Environmental Science International is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Entry Level Environmental Science International jobs pay between $75,000 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Entry Level Environmental Science International job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Environmental Insurance

    Salary range: $36,000 - $52,500

    Environmental Insurance is a typical job search query Most salaries for Environmental Insurance jobs pay between $36,000 (25th percentile) and $52,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Environmental Insurance job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Entry Level Environmental Technician

    Salary range: $36,000 - $52,500

    Entry Level Environmental Technician is a typical job search query Most salaries for Entry Level Environmental Technician jobs pay between $36,000 (25th percentile) and $52,500 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Entry Level Environmental Technician job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Entry Level Environmental Remediation

    Salary range: $37,500 - $50,000

    Entry Level Environmental Remediation is a typical job search query Most salaries for Entry Level Environmental Remediation jobs pay between $37,500 (25th percentile) and $50,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Entry Level Environmental Remediation job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Entry Level Environmental Data Scientist

    Salary range: $75,000 - $98,500

    Entry Level Environmental Data Scientist is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Entry Level Environmental Data Scientist jobs pay between $75,000 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Entry Level Environmental Data Scientist job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Entry Level Environmental Scientist

    Salary range: $75,000 - $98,500

    The job of an entry-level environmental scientist is to perform research and analysis on the environment. They typically work under supervision or on a team of senior-level scientists. An entry-level environmental scientist may work in the field on sample collection or facility inspection or test samples in a lab in order to or assess the presence of hazardous substances or pollution in the water, land, or air. These research projects look for potential solutions to pollution, ways to prevent health hazards, or methods to increase sustainability.

  • Entry Level Environmental Science

    Salary range: $36,000 - $52,500

    Entry-level environmental science jobs include working in biology, geology, chemistry, education, public relations, public policy, or consulting. Your specific duties differ depending on whether you have a research job or a position in analysis or public relations, which typically requires more extensive writing and a broader knowledge of public policy, ecological law, and environmental regulations. In a research position, your responsibilities include handling sample and data collection, performing land surveys, conducting assessments of wildlife habitat and wetlands, testing and analyzing samples, and helping with studies that recommend further research or policy changes. Environmental science researchers may work at an academic or research institution, while other environmental science professionals may work for a non-profit or in private industry or government.

  • Environmental Field Assistant

    Salary range: $32,500 - $52,500

    Environmental Field Assistant is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Environmental Field Assistant jobs pay between $32,500 (25th percentile) and $52,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Environmental Field Assistant job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Phd In Environmental Science

    Salary range: $75,000 - $98,500

    Phd In Environmental Science is a typical job search query Most salaries for Phd In Environmental Science jobs pay between $75,000 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Phd In Environmental Science job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.