Entry-Level Environmental Scientist – Remediation - Networking Event – Boston, MA

Company Description

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AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Boston on October 21-22, 2026
. This is a great opportunity to learn and connect with AECOM for career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2027.

The event kicks off on Wednesday evening with a networking mixer
, where you can hear from AECOM staff about various projects, career paths, and the company itself. You’ll also have the chance to meet other students, recent graduates, and AECOM professionals from across our business lines.

On Thursday, interviews will take place at our Boston office
. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.

AECOM
is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist to be based in our Rocky Hill, CT office. This position will support our Remediation team within our Environment business line.

This position is expected to begin June 2027, but that date is flexible.

Job Overview:

The Entry-Level Environmental Scientist will provide field and office support on projects and will develop strong relationships with project managers and other technical personnel. The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with members of the project team, clients, site personnel, and regulators, and work both independently and as part of a project team.

The successful candidate will have a commitment to health and safety and will be prepared to deliver work which meets the expectations of AECOM’s quality standards.

The job responsibilities of this position will include but are not limited to:

• Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, and sediment; prepare samples for shipping, and complete chain-of-custody forms or similar paperwork
• Conduct geological logging and interpretation, and the oversight of drilling and excavation subcontractors
• Analyze laboratory and field data, compare findings to relevant local, state and federal standards, and produce basic scientific documents including technical reports
• Coordinate with task and project managers; work with on-site subcontractors and field staff; and support sampling, data collection, and field documentation
• Learn and develop a keen understanding of hazards associated with environmental investigation and remediation
• Maintain flexibility to work on diverse projects and willingness to travel frequently within the region and occasionally outside of the region within the U.S

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology or related field
• Valid US Driver’s License and as a condition of employment must pass the AECOM Motor Vehicle screening
• Due to the nature of work, U.S. Citizenship is required
• Travel is…