Graduate Environmental Scientist / Planner - EIA at Aecom USA

Canberra, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainability, Resilience, Environmental Assessment, ESG Initiatives, Project Management, Team Collaboration, Regulatory Compliance, Technical Expertise, Community Engagement, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Networking

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description "I enjoy getting exposure to and opportunities from the wide variety of projects that AECOM is involved in, delivering solutions to complex problems from a range of clients." - Lee Taylor, GRS Group Lead, Brisbane, QLD. Come grow with us. AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage. Everyone belongs at AECOM. We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer. Job Description At AECOM, you will work in a dynamic environment where your integrity and pioneering mindset are championed. What Our Graduate Program Offers: 2-Year Graduate program: Kickstart your career in a flexible working environment. Graduate Induction: Participate in an event to meet fellow graduates and connect with leaders in the business. Transition to a Professional: Seamless transition into professional level role at the completion of the graduate program. Networking and Informative Opportunities: Engage in events hosted by our Connect Committee to expand your network and your knowledge. Mentoring Opportunities: Receive guidance and support from experienced professionals to help you achieve your career goals. Learn from Technical Experts: Enhance and share knowledge, skills and ideas from industry leaders that are essential to career progression. About the Role We are looking for a passionate Graduate Environmental Planner / Scientist to join our Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) team in Canberra. At AECOM, our Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) team is helping deliver some of the most transformational projects in Australia – from renewable energy and transmission projects, to major road, rail, water and industrial developments. We combine innovative technologies with decades of expertise to deliver robust, easy-to-understand analyses that achieve compliance, support clients’ Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) objectives, and create meaningful change for communities. How you'll make a difference: Apply your environmental science, planning, or engineering qualifications to real-world challenges. Work with multi-disciplinary teams of scientists, planners, engineers, drafters, project administrators and contractors in a fast-paced consulting environment. Develop skills in environmental assessment across renewable energy, water, and transport sectors, as well as in navigating approval pathways under Commonwealth, State, and local frameworks. Support ESG initiatives by engaging with communities and key stakeholders. Embed sustainability and resilience outcomes within projects. You’ll have opportunities to collaborate across Australia, New Zealand and globally, with access to a strong pipeline of projects and a network of mentors to help you shape your career. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree: You must be in your final year or completed a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering. Graduate Year: You must have completed your studies and have graduated before starting the program. Commencement: You must be able to commence work by February 2026. We are open to mid-year finishers who are able to commence by July 2026. Additional Information Our Recruitment Process Submit Your Application: Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter and the latest copy of your academic transcripts as one single document. Online Assessment: Complete our global online strength-based assessment. Phone Screen: You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team. Interview: Attend a face-to-face interview at your local office. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. Learn more about life at AECOM: LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/. About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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Responsibilities

As a Graduate Environmental Scientist/Planner, you will apply your qualifications to real-world challenges and work with multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced consulting environment. You will develop skills in environmental assessment across various sectors and support ESG initiatives by engaging with communities and stakeholders.