Environmental Science Analyst

Kimley-Horn • Virginia Beach, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking Environmental Science graduates to join their Virginia Beach, Virginia (VA) office. This role involves solving complex problems, assisting project managers, and collaborating across disciplines to realize clients' visions for the future built environment. The position offers the opportunity to develop familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn's and its clients' practices, procedures, and standards. Additionally, there is a chance to gain knowledge in areas such as natural resource regulations, water quality regulatory programs, wetlands identification (including botany and soil science), ecology, wildlife biology, water resources, geographic information systems, and environmental science. Some travel and fieldwork, estimated at 10-30%, may be required.

Requirements

• A Bachelors or Masters Degree in relevant majors including Biology, Environmental Science, or related majors by Summer 2026.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of botany and soil science
• Experience in ecology
• Experience in wildlife biology
• Experience in water resources
• Experience in geographic information systems
• Experience in environmental science

Responsibilities

• Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
• Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
• Gain knowledge in one or more of the following: natural resource regulations, water quality regulatory programs, wetlands identification including knowledge of botany and soil science and experience in ecology, wildlife biology, water resources, geographic information systems and environmental science.
• Perform some travel and fieldwork (approximately 10-30%).

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level