Vacancy title:
Graduate Environmental Scientist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
CDM Smith

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, April 14 2026

Duty Station:
Darwin NT | Darwin NT

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, April 6 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Shape Your Career with CDM Smith Australia – Graduate Environmental Scientist / Engineer

Darwin – Full-time

Are you ready to kick-start your career and make a real impact on the environment?

At CDM Smith Australia, we believe meaningful careers start with connection. We’re looking for passionate graduates who want to build their skills and contribute to projects that matter. If you’re eager to learn, grow, and help shape the future of environmental services, this is your opportunity.

About You

You’re degree-qualified in Environmental Science, Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering, or a related field and excited to apply your knowledge in real-world projects. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Interest or foundational knowledge in Environmental Sciences, Hydrogeology and/or Contaminated Land – soil and groundwater investigations, groundwater management, remediation, and risk assessment.
• Excellent understanding of scientific principles and/or analytical methods.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt, and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to undertake fieldwork in metropolitan and regional areas.
• Proficiency in GIS or a desire to develop these skills.
• Full legal working rights in Australia.
• Drivers Licence.

Why CDM Smith Australia?

We’re tackling Australia’s most pressing environmental challenges head-on. As part of our Darwin team, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a broad spectrum of environmental management, contaminated land and hydrogeology projects, supported by industry leaders who will mentor and guide you.

Here, your ideas matter. You’ll be empowered to learn, innovate, and contribute to sustainable solutions that make a difference for communities and the planet.

What You’ll Get

• Flexibility: Genuine options to balance work and life.
• Support: Wellness programs, paid parental leave, and health benefits.
• Growth: Access to learning platforms, mentoring, and global career pathways.
• Recognition: Celebrate your achievements through our employee recognition program.
• Belonging: Join a global, employee-owned consulting firm committed to diversity and inclusion.

How to Apply

As part of your application, please include a written response within your cover letter addressing the questions below. Each response should be no more than 200 words. These questions are designed to help us understand your interests, experiences, and how you approach your work — there’s no expectation that you have extensive industry experience at this stage.

• Motivation for environmental science: What has motivated you to pursue a career in environmental science, and what interests you most about this field?
• Technical interests and capability areas: Please outline any technical areas you’re particularly interested in developing, or have had exposure to through your studies, university projects, internships, or practical experience.
• Work ethic, adaptability and teamwork: Provide a brief example that demonstrates your approach to teamwork, adaptability, or managing competing priorities (this could be from study, work, volunteering, or extracurricular activities).

Join Us – Make Your Mark

Ready to start your career with a team that values your potential? At CDM Smith Australia, we invest in our people and our clients by delivering sustainable solutions for industry’s toughest problems.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you want to be heard, valued, and inspired, let’s shape your NOW and your NEXT, together.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now.

As part of your application, please include a written response within your cover letter addressing the questions below. Each response should be no more than 200 words. These questions are designed to help us understand your interests, experiences, and how you approach your work — there’s no expectation that you have extensive industry experience at this stage.

• Motivation for environmental science: What has motivated you to pursue a career in environmental science, and what interests you most about this field?
• Technical interests and capability areas: Please outline any technical areas you’re particularly interested in developing, or have had exposure to through your studies, university projects, internships, or practical experience.
• Work ethic, adaptability and teamwork: Provide a brief example that demonstrates your approach to teamwork, adaptability, or managing competing priorities (this could be from study, work, volunteering, or extracurricular activities).

Apply today via Seek. If you have any specific questions, contact Senior Human Resources Business Partner – Sharra Holborow at 

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