Entry Level Environmental Engineer, Geologist or Scientist (Virginia Beach)

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact When it comes to environmental consulting, we’re focused on cleaning up our communities today to improve tomorrow. We’re looking for an entry-level Environmental Engineer, Geologist, or Scientist in the Virginia Beach, VA Jacobs office to work on site characterization and remediation projects for government and private-sector clients. You’ll gain valuable field experience with environmental sampling techniques and subcontractor oversight. You’ll balance your field work with some time spent in the office working on data interpretation and visualization, quantitative modeling, report writing and coordinating field work. You’ll have the opportunity to help create a more sustainable world by ensuring environmental compliance, environmental management, and health and safety while working on diverse projects. In this role, you’ll work with experienced engineers and project managers who will help you start your environmental consulting career at a place like no other, a company that is invested in you and the environment around us. Kick off your environmental career at Jacobs – where we’ll empower you to learn and grow as you deliver environmental projects that make our world better. Here’s what you'll need Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, or Chemical Engineering), Geology, or Environmental Science or closely related field 0-2 years of experience within environmental consulting or related field Ability to travel for field projects up to 50-90% of the time United States Citizenship required Valid Drivers License required Ideally, You’ll Also Have Strong attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment Experience with Microsoft Office software 40-hr HAZWOPER certification or the ability to attain this certification Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. The base salary range for this position is $58,656.00 to $87,890.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. #J-18808-Ljbffr