Graduate Environmental Scientist – Fieldwork & Data Insights

GHD; Rosemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Graduate Environmental Scientist to join our growing Chicago-area team. You will support environmental data collection, analysis, and reporting for client projects while developing practical skills in a hybrid environment.

You will build dashboards and data-tracking tools in Excel, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and participate in fieldwork with travel up to 25–50%. This role offers hands-on experience in environmental, industrial hygiene, and remediation projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Physical Science, or related field.
• 0-5 years of relevant experience, including internships or co-ops.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental data collection, analysis, and reporting for client projects.
• Perform data processing, quality control, and validation of project information.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets, dashboards, and data tracking tools in Excel.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage assigned tasks independently.
• Participate in fieldwork and site visits, with travel up to 25-50%.
• Support Emergency Response Program (FIRST) remotely and in the field.
• Contribute to environmental, industrial hygiene, and remediation projects as needed.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Physical Science

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

GHD is seeking a Graduate Environmental Scientist to join our growing Chicago-area team. You will support environmental data collection, analysis, and reporting for client projects while developing practical skills in a hybrid environment.

You will build dashboards and data-tracking tools in Excel, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and participate in fieldwork with travel up to 25–50%. This role offers hands-on experience in environmental, industrial hygiene, and remediation projects.