Entry-Level Biologist – Hiring Event with AECOM – Coral Gables, FL
About The Position
AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Biologist for its Environmental Planning and Permitting Southeast Team. The role may be based in Coral Gables, Orlando, or Tampa, Florida; exceptional candidates in other AECOM locations in the Southeast United States may also be considered. The position offers career-growth opportunities in an interdisciplinary, collaborative team and combines in-office, virtual telework, and fieldwork. The team primarily works on projects in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee. The work includes environmental impact assessments; marine and terrestrial wetland delineations and functional assessments; protected-species and protected-upland-habitat surveys; stormwater inspections; environmental permitting; and technical report writing. The position is associated with career opportunities starting in Spring/Summer 2027. The posting also describes an invitation-only hiring event in Coral Gables on January 27–28, 2026, including a networking mixer and interviews. The position requires a hybrid schedule with in-office work at least three days per week, as well as fieldwork, reliable transportation, and overnight travel. Fieldwork may involve long days outdoors on uneven, densely vegetated terrain and in rigorous conditions, including hot or rainy weather and remote areas. Relocation assistance and employment-authorization sponsorship are unavailable. Selected candidates must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Biology, or another related field.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
- Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.
- U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
- Must be able to commute to the respective AECOM office at least three days per week.
- Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel overnight.
- Must be able to perform fieldwork that may require long days outdoors over uneven, densely vegetated terrain, sometimes in rigorous conditions such as hot or rainy weather and remote areas.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with field data collection, research and data review, and preparation of technical reports or documents.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state environmental laws and regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and National Environmental Policy Act.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Knowledge of iPads, Android tablets and applications, Trimble GPS survey units, and other data-collection tools or similar survey equipment.
- GIS capabilities using ESRI and ArcGIS software (ArcMap and/or ArcPro), including the ability to create figures or analyze location datasets.
- Safety or health and safety training, such as CPR certification or OSHA HAZWOPER 40 hours.
- Team orientation, strong verbal and writing skills, professionalism, and accountability.
- High degree of self-motivation and ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- College transcripts with GPA and writing samples.
Responsibilities
- Assist the lead Biologist or Scientist with wetland, plant and wildlife, protected-upland, intertidal and nearshore marine, and other ecological surveys.
- Assist ecological leads with processing field data and developing or originating ecological assessment reports, using equipment such as tablets and GPS units.
- Assist with coordination with governmental agencies regarding ecological survey protocols, reporting standards, endangered and threatened species coordination, and compliance with environmental permits and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
- Identify potential environmental impacts through reviews of engineering plans, aerial imagery, field data, desktop research, and GIS databases.
- Conduct visual inspections of drainage facilities.
- Become familiar with field survey equipment, data forms, and other data-collection and reporting tools with guidance from team leads.
- Assist in preparing permit applications, NEPA documents, and other technical information.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits, depending on employment status.
- Paid time off and leaves of absence, depending on employment status.
- Voluntary benefits and perks.
- Flexible work options.
- Well-being resources and employee assistance program.
- Business travel insurance.
- Service recognition awards.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Training and development programs to expand technical expertise and leadership skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
