Entry Level Environmental Planner

Description

Entry Level Environmental Planner - Pasadena

If you’re early in your career and excited to build a strong foundation in environmental planning, this entry-level Environmental Planner role is designed for you. As an Environmental Planner at HELIX Environmental Planning, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting real projects that shape communities and protect natural resources—while learning directly from experienced professionals.

Why HELIX?

HELIX Environmental Planning is a California-based consulting firm known for technical excellence, collaboration, and long-term career development. This entry-level Environmental Planner position offers structured mentorship, exposure to multidisciplinary experts, and clear growth pathways. The Environmental Planner works in a collaborative environment with a minimum in-office schedule of three days per week (up to five days in-office during the first 60-90 days), balancing learning, teamwork, and flexibility.

Day in the Life

As an entry-level Environmental Planner, your day may include researching environmental regulations, assisting with CEQA/NEPA documents, coordinating with biologists, GIS specialists, and planners, and supporting project teams. The Environmental Planner role is hands-on, varied, and ideal for someone eager to learn by doing while contributing to meaningful work across Southern California.

What You’ll Do

The Environmental Planner I will:

• Assist senior staff with CEQA/NEPA compliance documents and technical studies
• Support preparation of proposals, contract amendments, and invoices
• Coordinate with internal teams and subconsultants to support project delivery
• Support technical editing and production of environmental documents
• Participate in meetings and agency or client interactions alongside senior staff

Compensation

$26–$30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

If you’re looking for an entry-level Environmental Planner role where you can learn, grow, and make an impact, we encourage you to apply and start your career with HELIX Environmental Planning.

HELIX is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, environmental science, geography, natural science, environmental engineering, public planning, business, or a related field
• Knowledge of California’s environmental and regulatory setting gained through coursework, internships, volunteer work, or early professional experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Entry-level experience assisting with CEQA and/or NEPA documents
• Familiarity with California environmental regulations through direct experience