Job Description

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 environmental intern for the Summer 2027 Pave the Way Program at our Wilmington, Delaware location.

We’re looking for a talented and inquisitive 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 real-world environmental consulting 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 the natural science field.

When joining our team, you will be welcomed into an environment that values what you bring to the table, supports continuous growth, 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 with fieldwork such as sampling various media, conducting site inspections, and supporting field engineers, geologists, and scientists.
• Research, collect, and enter data; apply technical principles to help interpret and analyze environmental data sets.
• Assist in preparing environmental investigation designs, work plans, and conceptual site models.
• Perform preliminary human health and ecological risk calculations and modeling to support project evaluations.
• Assist with environmental assessments to identify site conditions, potential impacts, and compliance needs.
• Prepare technical reports that summarize methods, findings, and recommendations.
• Travel as required to support field activities and project needs.

What You’ll Bring

• At least 2 years towards degree in environmental science, engineering, geology or equivalent study
• Relevant courses related to principles of environmental science, geology, or similar
• Proficient in MS Office products
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Able to conduct some fieldwork with occasional heavy lifting
• Must be able to write effectively and articulate outcomes to clients and team members
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Internship or coop experience
• Experience in ArcGIS and AutoCAD preferred
• 40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred

Salary Range:

$21.00 - $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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