Entry-Level Geologist (Surface Water)

Company Description

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world��s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Los Angeles, California October 29-30. This is a great opportunity to learn and connect with AECOM for career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2026. 

The event kicks off on Wednesday evening with a networking mixer from 6-8 pm, where you can hear from AECOM staff about various projects, career paths, and the company itself. You’ll also have the chance to meet other students, recent graduates, and AECOM professionals from across our business lines.

On Thursday, interviews will take place at either our Los Angeles or Orange office. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.

If you're a college student majoring in a field indicated below and graduating in December 2025 or Spring 2026, we'd love to hear from you!

At AECOM, our geologists play a critical role in understanding the earth materials that support and protect vital water infrastructure. From dams and levees to tunnels and floodwalls, our projects help safeguard communities and ecosystems while ensuring resilient water management. As an Entry-Level Geologist (Surface Water) you’ll gain practical, hands-on experience working with leading experts on challenging projects that reduce flood risk, stabilize embankments, and strengthen aging infrastructure. 

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Support field investigations for dams, levees, and other water infrastructure projects, including soil and rock logging, sampling, and groundwater observations.
• Assist in laboratory testing and data analysis of soils and rock.
• Help prepare geologic maps, cross sections, and technical figures to support engineering designs.
• Contribute to geotechnical and geologic assessments for foundation conditions, seepage, slope stability, and embankment behavior.
• Participate in report writing, data organization, and presentations.
• Learn about geologic hazards and their influence on water infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or a related field, or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience.
• Due to the nature of work, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in hydrogeology, engineering geology, structural geology, and/or sedimentology.
• Familiarity with geologic logging, mapping, and GIS software.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Interest in water infrastructure projects and dam safety.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineer