Entry-Level Biologist – Hiring Event with AECOM – Coral Gables, FL

AECOM•Orlando, FL

12h•$48,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

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, with exceptional candidates in other AECOM locations in the Southeast United States also considered. The position offers career growth within an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment and is expected to start in Spring/Summer 2027. The work includes environmental impact assessments; marine and terrestrial wetland delineations and functional assessments; protected species and upland habitat surveys; stormwater inspections; environmental permitting; and technical report writing. Projects are primarily in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee. The work environment combines in-person and virtual work, and the position requires a hybrid schedule with at least three days per week in the office. The position involves fieldwork, including long days outdoors over uneven, densely vegetated terrain and sometimes in hot or rainy weather or remote areas. Reliable transportation and overnight travel availability are required. AECOM does not offer relocation assistance or employment authorization sponsorship for this position. Newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Biology, or a related field.
Valid U.S. driver’s license; selected candidates must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel overnight.
Ability to commute to the respective AECOM office at least three days per week.
Ability to perform fieldwork, including long days outdoors over uneven, densely vegetated terrain and sometimes under rigorous conditions.

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 (ArcMap and/or ArcPro), including creating figures or analyzing 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 as part of a team.
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 government agencies regarding ecological survey protocols, reporting standards, endangered and threatened species coordination, environmental permit compliance, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
Identify potential environmental impacts by reviewing 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.