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Employer is on a government sponsor recordUSCIS Data Hub records 1 H-1B approvals for this employer in FY2023 — older 2023 data; no recent Department of Labor filings (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026) were found for it.
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- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- USCIS Data Hub records 1 H-1B approvals for this employer in FY2023 — older 2023 data; no recent Department of Labor filings (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026) were found for it. Source: US Department of Labor visa filings (LCA) (US Department of Labor (OFLC), plus USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub).
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- H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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About the role
About Us
At EA, you’ll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.
Position Overview
We are seeking an Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Environmental Engineer with 1-2 years of experience to join our team in Abingdon, Maryland. This role offers a blend of field and office work, involving environmental sample collection, project planning, data evaluation, and technical reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, communicate well with a multidisciplinary team, and be able to manage a mix of field and office tasks. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and exposure to a variety of environmental projects.
Responsibilities
• Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of environmental investigation and remediation projects.
• Assist with field activities, including environmental sample collection (soil, water, air, tissue) and subcontractor oversight.
• Prepare work planning documents, field summaries, technical reports, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies as needed.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety and quality standards during all field and office activities.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, or another applicable science-based discipline.
• 1-2 years of related professional experience
• Ability to perform outdoor field activities, including environmental sample collection.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Valid driver's license with the ability and willingness to travel to project sites. Some projects require overnight for several days.
Note: This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer.
Use of AI in the Application Process:
Applications should represent your own work and experience. AI generated resumes will not be considered.
Sponsorship Statement:
This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants who require sponsorship at any point will not be considered.
Drug Screen Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.
Pay Range
$58,000 — $70,000 USD
The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.
Why Join EA?
At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team-centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.
What We Provide:
EA prides itself on servant leadership, career devel
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