Environmental Field Chemist Internship

Clean Harbors

Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Logan, New Jersey

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will be responsible for handling, segregating, packing, and inspecting chemical waste at various plant and lab sites. They will also assist with household hazardous waste collections and participate in company networking events and presentations.

Qualifications

This internship is designed for students passionate about environmental sustainability, focusing on the handling, segregation, packing, and inspection of chemical waste. It requires a reliable, team-oriented individual with a strong commitment to safety, who will assist with lab packs, household hazardous waste collections, and lab moves. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field and network with professionals.

Job Description

The Chemist internship program is designed for students interested in maintaining a sustainable environment. The intern will be responsible for tasks associated with handling, segregating, packing, and inspecting chemical waste. This position will work both indoors and outdoors at plants, labs, and customer sites assisting with lab packs, household hazardous waste (HHW) collections and lab moves. Students will have the opportunity to shadow other positions within the Company. Interns can expect to participate in networking events and complete a final presentation at the conclusion of the program. We are searching for a reliable and team-oriented individual with an excellent commitment to safety to join our growing team during the Summer of 2026!

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.  Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
  • Competitive Pay $20/ HR
  • Positive and safe work environments
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

Clean Harbors

Clean Harbors is North America’s leading provider of environmental and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies. Its customer base spans a number of industries, including chemical, and manufacturing, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America’s largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.
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