Environmental Field Chemist Internship

About the position

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Conduct 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

Requirements

• 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
• Successfully complete a pre-employment background check, drug test, and physical

Benefits

• Competitive Pay $20/HR
• Positive and safe work environments
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career