Chemist Internship Program

Job Description

Chemist Internship Program | Clean Harbors

The Tone:
This is a seasonal internship with Clean Harbors, a leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services across North America. The company is committed to solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology, particularly in maintaining a sustainable environment. This role is crucial for students eager to gain hands-on experience in the safe and compliant handling of chemical waste, contributing directly to environmental solutions.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal (Summer 2026)
• Location: In-person, various customer sites
• Pay: $20 hourly
• Mission: Ensure the safe and compliant collection, handling, segregation, packing, and inspection of chemical waste to maintain a sustainable environment.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Collect, segregate, and properly package waste chemicals for efficient and compliant disposal.
• Inspect drums to ensure compliance with all applicable labeling regulations.
• Prepare essential computer-generated packing lists, labels, and manifests for waste materials.
• Execute jobs at Clean Harbors customer locations while adhering to Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Sample and profile new waste streams or any waste requiring analytical testing.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, and pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline (Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Sciences, etc.), currently in their Junior or Senior year.
• Experience: Early career, demonstrating foundational knowledge from relevant academic studies, consistent with a student in their junior or senior year.
• Skills: A strong commitment to health and safety practices, reliability, a team-oriented approach, and a valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation.