Entry-Level Environmental Engineer - Hiring Event with AECOM - Raleigh

Location: Raleigh, NC, us Employment Type: {'id': 'permanent', 'label': 'Full-time'}

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Raleigh on October 28-29, 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 from 6-8 pm, 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 Raleigh office. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Engineer to be based in one of our offices in North Carolina. This position will support our environmental compliance, remediation, permitting and planning projects within our Environment business line.

This position is expected to begin Spring/Summer 2027.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Site visits at industrial, military bases, and municipal clients

Data collection and analysis for environmental compliance, sustainability, and stormwater projects

Environmental Sampling (e.g., stormwater, wastewater, and hazardous waste)

Development of technical memoranda and reports

Preparation of environmental reporting forms

Local travel is likely and U.S travel possible and project dependent.

Builds analytic and design skills

Conducts engineering design under the supervision of an experienced engineer

Creates designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of an experienced engineer

Collects and analyzes data under the supervision of an experienced engineer

Uses computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems

Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering or related engineering discipline

Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required for this role.

Valid US Driver's License is required for this position. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications:

General knowledge of basic engineering and environmental sciences

Proficiency in standard office suite software applications

OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification

Ability to demonstrate professional demeanor in written and verbal communications with clients, regulatory officials, and fellow employees

Ability to write and to convey complex thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise manner

Ability to learn through on-the-job experience

Tolerance for work in outdoor environments in a range of weather conditions

Ability to work independently, both in an office environment and in the field

Ability to travel locally, including occasional extended travel

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes office work from one our offices in North Carolina. The selected candidate must be available to work from one of our offices in North Carolina.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting