On Site Environmental Chemist Internship

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 collecting, handling, segregating, packing, and inspecting chemical waste. This position will work both indoors and outdoors at customer sites assisting with lab packs. 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.

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it3-6-5!
• 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 alltimes
• 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 500companies
• 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
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations andrules
• 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
• Successfully complete a pre-employment background check, drug test, and physical
• Ability to perform physical functions per job requirements

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer that strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Job Identification 155089
• Job Category Intern
• Posting Date 02/10/2026, 04:23 PM
• Locations 4920 US Highway 421 North, Wilmington, NC, 28401, US