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