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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 2025!

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

• Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times

• Prepare computer generated packing lists, labels, and manifests

• Inspect drums for compliance with labeling regulations

• Collect, segregate, and properly package waste chemicals for disposal to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance

• Execute Jobs at Clean Harbors customer locations including fortune 500 companies

• Conducts projects/jobs according to site specific Federal, State, and local regulations and health and safety plans

• Sample and profile new waste streams or any waste needing analytical testing

• Shadow various roles within the Organization to learn about overall business

• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules

• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines

• Attend Networking events within the Internship Program

• Complete a final project presentation

• Perform other duties as assigned

What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline (Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Sciences, etc) and be in their Junior or Senior year.

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation 40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. 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.

Join our safety focused team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state/provincial or local protected class.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company

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