Environmental Field Chemist Internship

Albuquerque, NM - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Chemist internship program is designed for students interested in maintaining a sustainable environment. The intern will be responsible fortasks 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 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 Harborsis 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

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

What does it take to work for Clean Harbors

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be pursuing a bachelors or advanced degree in an applicable discipline (Chemistry Biology Environmental Sciences Sustainability etc.) and be in their Junior or Senior year.
Must have a valid Drivers License and reliable transportation
Successfully complete a background check drug test and physical by position
Ability to perform physical functions per job requirements

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 Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

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DescriptionThe Chemist internship program is designed for students interested in maintaining a sustainable environment. The intern will be responsible fortasks associated with handling segregating packing and inspecting chemical waste. This position will work both indoors and outdoors at plants labs...