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Delaware's chemical, pharmaceutical, and financial services industries make it one of the more active F-1 CPT markets on the East Coast. The Wilmington corridor and Newark's university district are the two main hiring zones, with a compact employer base that moves faster than larger metro markets.
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Get Access To All JobsWelcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
Step beyond the classroom and apply your technical knowledge in the real world. Verdantas is seeking a driven Co-Op for Fall 2026 at our Wilmington, DE location.
We’re looking for a talented and inquisitive engineering intern who’s eager to apply their skills in a real-world setting and learn from experienced professionals. This internship offers hands-on exposure to engineering projects that make a tangible impact, along with mentorship from a collaborative team that values innovation and curiosity. You’ll gain practical experience in problem-solving, design, and development, while building a strong foundation for your future career in engineering.
When joining our team, you will be welcomed into an environment that values what you bring to the table, supports continuous growth in the Civil Engineering field, and celebrates the accomplishments you achieve. Ranked the #1 firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group and Verdantas employees, you won't be just joining a firm; you'll be investing in your career.
What You'll Do:
- Assist in preparing engineering-related calculations, design drawings, specifications, and visual aids to support project development.
- Assist with fieldwork such as site inspections, surveys, and GPS mapping to gather accurate site data.
- Research, collect, and enter data; apply technical principles to help interpret and analyze engineering and environmental information.
- Review submittals and technical documents to assess compliance with project requirements and prepare draft responses or recommendations.
- Prepare CAD and GIS drawings and documentation to support design and planning efforts.
- Complete the annual update of the cost-estimating database to maintain accurate project pricing information.
- Prepare and update design and calculation templates to support engineering efficiency and consistency.
- Perform miscellaneous assignments as needed to support project teams and organizational goals.
What You Bring:
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Must be able to write effectively and articulate outcomes to clients and team members
- The position may include travel
- Previous engineering Co-Op or Internship experience a plus
Salary Range:
$20.00 - $22.00
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- 401(k) with Company Match
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
Step beyond the classroom and apply your technical knowledge in the real world. Verdantas is seeking a driven Co-Op for Fall 2026 at our Wilmington, DE location.
We’re looking for a talented and inquisitive engineering intern who’s eager to apply their skills in a real-world setting and learn from experienced professionals. This internship offers hands-on exposure to engineering projects that make a tangible impact, along with mentorship from a collaborative team that values innovation and curiosity. You’ll gain practical experience in problem-solving, design, and development, while building a strong foundation for your future career in engineering.
When joining our team, you will be welcomed into an environment that values what you bring to the table, supports continuous growth in the Civil Engineering field, and celebrates the accomplishments you achieve. Ranked the #1 firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group and Verdantas employees, you won't be just joining a firm; you'll be investing in your career.
What You'll Do:
- Assist in preparing engineering-related calculations, design drawings, specifications, and visual aids to support project development.
- Assist with fieldwork such as site inspections, surveys, and GPS mapping to gather accurate site data.
- Research, collect, and enter data; apply technical principles to help interpret and analyze engineering and environmental information.
- Review submittals and technical documents to assess compliance with project requirements and prepare draft responses or recommendations.
- Prepare CAD and GIS drawings and documentation to support design and planning efforts.
- Complete the annual update of the cost-estimating database to maintain accurate project pricing information.
- Prepare and update design and calculation templates to support engineering efficiency and consistency.
- Perform miscellaneous assignments as needed to support project teams and organizational goals.
What You Bring:
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Must be able to write effectively and articulate outcomes to clients and team members
- The position may include travel
- Previous engineering Co-Op or Internship experience a plus
Salary Range:
$20.00 - $22.00
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- 401(k) with Company Match
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet
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Tips for Finding CPT Jobs in Delaware
Verify your CPT authorization before applying
Your DSO must authorize CPT on your I-20 before you start work. Confirm the start date, employer name, and job title on your I-20 match your offer letter exactly. Mismatches are the most common reason CPT placements get flagged.
Target Delaware's registered chemical and pharma employers
Wilmington's chemical corridor hosts established research and manufacturing employers that run structured internship cycles. Search DOL LCA filings by occupation code to confirm which employers in this corridor have a documented history of hosting F-1 students in your field.
Search verified CPT employers using Migrate Mate
Filter Delaware employers by F-1 CPT filing history on Migrate Mate to skip companies that have never sponsored the visa type. This cuts prospecting time and surfaces employers in Newark and Wilmington already familiar with CPT documentation requirements.
Match your CPT role to your declared major field
USCIS and your DSO require CPT to be directly related to your major area of study. Use O*NET to pull the official occupation description for your role and cross-reference it with your program's field of study before your DSO meeting to avoid authorization delays.
Time your applications around Delaware's recruiting cycles
Financial services firms in Wilmington typically recruit for summer CPT slots in January and February. Chemical and pharma employers on the I-95 corridor follow academic calendars. Applying after March for summer positions means most structured programs are already filled.
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Get Access To All JobsF-1 CPT Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions
Which industries in Delaware sponsor the most F-1 CPT visas?
Chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical research, and financial services account for the largest share of F-1 CPT placements in Delaware. The Wilmington area concentrates most of the financial and legal services activity, while the I-95 corridor between Wilmington and Newark hosts the bulk of chemical and life sciences employers that run recurring internship programs for F-1 students.
Which cities in Delaware have the most F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Wilmington is the primary market, driven by its concentration of corporate headquarters, financial institutions, and professional services firms. Newark is the second-most active city, largely because of its proximity to the University of Delaware and the tech and engineering employers that recruit directly from that campus pipeline. Dover has a smaller but present government-adjacent employer base.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Delaware?
Roles that qualify for F-1 CPT must be directly related to your declared major. In Delaware, that typically means research analyst, chemical engineer intern, software developer, financial analyst, and compliance associate positions. The role must be either a required part of your curriculum or carry academic credit. Purely administrative or general labor roles rarely satisfy the CPT authorization criteria your DSO applies.
How do I find F-1 CPT jobs in Delaware?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Delaware job listings by F-1 CPT sponsorship history, so you're only seeing employers that have documented experience with the visa type. Pair that with DOL LCA disclosure data to confirm which employers in your target occupation have filed in Delaware recently. Your university's career center may also maintain a list of pre-approved CPT employers in the state.
Are there any Delaware-specific considerations for F-1 CPT sponsorship?
Delaware has no state-level work authorization requirements that layer on top of federal F-1 CPT rules, but many of its largest employers are governed by federal contractor compliance standards, which means stricter E-Verify enrollment requirements. If you're targeting chemical or pharmaceutical employers operating under federal contracts in the Wilmington corridor, confirm their E-Verify status early. It affects both your CPT placement and any future OPT extension eligibility.