Environmental Field Chemist Internship

4 weeks ago


Petersburg VA, United States Clean Harbors Full time

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 begins May 2025 for 10 weeks
  • 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  

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

 

#CH



  • Petersburg, United States Community Staffing Inc. Full time

    Job DescriptionCommunity Staffing Inc. is seeking a skilled Environmental Field Technician to join our team. As an Environmental Field Technician, you will be responsible for supporting all field service related cleaning and abatement activities.Key Responsibilities:Loading equipment, including personal protective equipment, onto trucks for transfer to...


  • Hopewell, VA, United States CPS Full time

    In this role, you will be part of a cross-functional team working on novel polymer additive development. The team is partnered with a strong Interfacial Surface Science group to create new polymeric surfactants.As a PhD Polymer Synthesis Chemist, you will conduct complex and/or non-standard research, development, and/or performance testing activities to meet...


  • United States, VA, Newport News Clean Harbors Full time

    Clean Harbors in NewPort News, VA is seeking an Insite Chemist to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal/State/Local regulations and our company policies and procedures.   This position will work both indoors and outdoors at plants, labs, customer sites and are responsible for assisting with lab packs within customer...


  • saint petersburg, United States NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC Full time

    NOVA Engineering is currently seeking a Commercial Building Inspector (Structural) in the St. Petersburg, FL metropolitan statistical area. Primary duties will include performing threshold inspections, structural building code inspections, and/or plans review (as licensed) on residential and commercial buildings, as well as managing specific projects related...


  • saint petersburg, United States NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC Full time

    NOVA Engineering is currently seeking an Electrical Building Code Inspector & Electrical Plans Examiner in the St. Petersburg, FL.Primary duties will include performing electrical code inspections and/or plans review on residential and commercial buildings, as well as managing specific projects related to these types of code inspections. Some travel may be...


  • saint petersburg, United States NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC Full time

    NOVA Engineering is currently seeking an Electrical Building Code Inspector & Electrical Plans Examiner in the St. Petersburg, FL.Primary duties will include performing electrical code inspections and/or plans review on residential and commercial buildings, as well as managing specific projects related to these types of code inspections. Some travel may be...


  • Vienna, VA, United States Navy Federal Credit Union Full time $38 - $46

    Team Overview: The Data Engineering team, which is a part of Fraud Systems and Technology, is primarily focused on managing cloud data pipelines and governance. The DE team collaborates with various enterprise functions and business units within NFCU to ensure that the data infrastructure effectively enables near-real-time fraud detection and prevention. Key...

  • Internship

    2 weeks ago


    St. Petersburg, United States Climate First Bank Full time

    We are changing FINANCE to finance CHANGE!Climate First Bank is a Florida Benefit Corporation, state chartered, FDIC insured commercial bank. With now three physical branches in St Petersburg, Winter Park and Mount Dora and one digital branch, we are offering a full suite of banking products including personal and business banking and loan products (solar,...


  • Vienna, VA, United States Navy Federal Credit Union Full time $38 - $46

    Our CECL (Current Expected Credit Loss) Quantitative Modeling Team operates at the heart of the Lending Business unit, building accurate credit loss forecasting models through advanced statistical technique, and playing a pivotal role in ensuring the financial stability of Navy Federal Credit Union by informing CU leaders the right level of credit reserve...


  • Petersburg, United States Civica Rx Full time

    About Civica RxCivica Rx is a pioneering social welfare organization dedicated to addressing chronic generic drug shortages and high prices in the United States. The organization was founded in 2018 by health systems and philanthropies to ensure quality generic medications are accessible and affordable to everyone. Civica Rx is led by a team of experienced...


  • Richmond, VA, United States The Bolton Group Full time

    Environmental Compliance Specialist (Stormwater)Richmond, VA-100% in-office/in-field (no hybrid/no remote)Position Overview:As an Environmental/Stormwater Compliance Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting our commitment to environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate...


  • Richmond, VA, United States Genworth Full time

    At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet families where they are. Further, we are the spouses, children, siblings, friends, and neighbors of those that need care—and we bring those experiences with us to...


  • Vienna, VA, United States Navy Federal Credit Union Full time $38 - $46

    Overview Team Overview: The Data Engineering team, which is a part of Fraud Systems and Technology, is primarily focused on managing cloud data pipelines and governance. One of the team's key initiatives for FY 2024 involves decommissioning on-prem servers, including ATOM. The DE team collaborates with various enterprise functions and business units...


  • Richmond, VA, United States Genworth Full time

    At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet families where they are. Further, we are the spouses, children, siblings, friends, and neighbors of those that need care—and we bring those experiences with us to...


  • Richmond, VA, United States Genworth Full time

    At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet families where they are. Further, we are the spouses, children, siblings, friends, and neighbors of those that need care—and we bring those experiences with us to...


  • Vienna, VA, United States Navy Federal Credit Union Full time $38 - $46

    Overview As a member of the Baseline Analytics Data Engineering team, the Data Engineer Summer Associate will focus on creating new data pipelines that use powerful cloud tools to deliver data and insights to analysts at NFCU. Potential Projects: Build data engineering solutions in a Databricks/Azure data ecosystem that includes an enterprise data lake,...


  • Troy, VA, United States Har-Tru LLC Full time

    At Har-Tru, LLC, we are seeking a highly skilled Chemical Research Associate to join our team. As a key member of our research and development department, you will play a crucial role in developing and supplying high-quality coatings products for the racquet and paddle sports industry.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemistry and...


  • Richmond, VA, United States ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC Full time

    What You'll Do Experience with design and implementation of water treatment systems Hands on approach to getting water treatment systems troubleshooted in the field Ability to assess and optimize treatment system Supporting Junior staff in growth to be engineers within the company Leading both projects and people skillfully, coupled with a desire to...


  • Vienna, VA, United States Navy Federal Credit Union Full time $38 - $46

    Overview Our CECL (Current Expected Credit Loss) Quantitative Modeling Team operates at the heart of the Lending Business unit, building accurate credit loss forecasting models through advanced statistical technique, and playing a pivotal role in ensuring the financial stability of Navy Federal Credit Union by informing CU leaders the right level of credit...


  • Manassas, VA, United States Apex Companies, LLC Full time

    DescriptionPosition: Sr. Project ManagerIndustry: Environmental ConsultingLocation: Hybrid-Role in Manassas, VAWhy Apex?We're not just any environmental consulting firm – we're a passionate force dedicated to excellence. With record-breaking sales, an impressive client retention rate, strategic acquisitions, and an unwavering commitment to our mission,...