Entry Level Environmental Engineer/Scientist 2026/2027 Career Fair

Eastern Research Group, Inc.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Research Group, Inc. (ERG) is seeking an entry-level environmental professional to support projects within our Water Practice.

This role is ideal for a recent or upcoming graduate interested in water resources, water quality, and wastewater management. Selected candidates will engage in research, data collection, and analysis across water projects, with opportunities to develop technical reports and project deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field with a focus on water/wastewater
• 0–1 years of professional experience
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (college transcripts required)
• Academic coursework or research related to wastewater, water resources, or water quality
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and compliance frameworks related to water programs
• Internship or project experience in environmental consulting, water management, or related fields

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and project support across ERG’s water projects
• Assist with research, data collection, and analysis related to water resources, water quality, wastewater management, and water and wastewater treatment
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and project deliverables
• Analyze water and wastewater treatment needs, treatment performance and costs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, and project managers to support client objectives
• Assist with project coordination and administrative tasks that support successful project execution

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in water-related engineering or science

Tools

Excel

R

Job description

ERG is seeking an entry-level environmental professional to support projects within our Water Practice. This role is ideal for a recent or upcoming graduate interested in water resources, water quality, and wastewater management. Documented coursework in water resources and/or wastewater management is required. The selected candidate will provide project-level support across a range of technical and analytical water projects. Engineering candidates selected candidate will commit to completing the process to obtain their Professional Engineering (PE) certificate.

Job Description:

• Provide technical and project support across ERG’s water projects
• Assist with research, data collection, and analysis related to water resources, water quality, wastewater management, and water and wastewater treatment
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and project deliverables
• Analyze water and wastewater treatment needs, treatment performance. and costs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, and project managers to support client objectives
• Assist with project coordination and administrative tasks that support successful project execution

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field with a focus on water/wastewater
• 0-1 years of professional experience
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (college transcripts required)
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Strong data analysis skills including advanced Excel functions and R
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Academic coursework or research experience related to wastewater, water resources, or water quality
• Internship or project experience in environmental consulting, water management, or related fields
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and compliance frameworks related to water programs

$60,000 - $80,000 a year