Eastern Research Group
Entry Level Environmental Engineer/Scientist 2026/2027 Career Fair
$60K–$80K
Fairfax, VA +3 · Hybrid · Entry level · Full-time · Posted Sep 8, 2026
- Location
- Fairfax, VA
Washington, DC
Arlington, VA
Alexandria, VA - Experience
- 0–1 year of professional experience
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Biological Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field, with a focus on water or wastewater.
About the job
Provides technical, research, analytical, and project support for water resources, water quality, wastewater management, and treatment projects.
What you'll do
- Support water-related projects through research, data collection, and analysis.
- Prepare technical reports and project deliverables; evaluate treatment needs, system performance, and costs.
- Collaborate with project teams and assist with project coordination and administrative tasks.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering or environmental field, with a focus on water or wastewater.
- Coursework in water resources and/or wastewater management; minimum GPA of 3.0 and college transcripts required.
- Proficiency in data analysis, including advanced Excel functions and R.
- Strong analytical, research, problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills.
Nice to have
- Internship or project experience in environmental consulting, water management, or a related field.
- Familiarity with environmental regulations and compliance frameworks applicable to water programs.
Pay
USD 60,000–80,000 per year (base salary)
Tools
Excel, R
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