Industrial Services Internship | Summer 2027

Location: Deer Park, TX, United States Department: Intern

Clean Harbors Deer Park, TX (Houston, TX) is looking for Summer 2027 Interns to join our Industrial Services team supporting HPC Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors. This opportunity is designed for students interested in gaining hands-on experience within Industrial Services while exploring a variety of career paths.

Based on experience, education, interests, and business needs, internship opportunities may include:

IS Technician / Hydro-blasting Technician Internship

Field Technician Internship

Project Management Internship

Operations Internship

Human Resources/Talent Acquisition Intern

Industrial Services Administrative Intern

Environmental Technician Intern

Chemistry Internship

Engineering Internship

This is a full-time paid internship and is not eligible for remote work. Depending on the internship assignment, students may spend time in both office and field environments. As specific internship opportunities become available, applicants may be asked to submit an application for the individual internship role that best aligns with their experience, education, and interests.

Start Dates

Start dates for our Summer 2027 Internship Program are May 17th or May 24th, 2027. Internships will run through the summer and end in August.

Why Intern with Clean Harbors?

Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!

Competitive pay of $20/hour

Clean Harbors offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working alongside professionals who are leading the way in environmental, energy, and industrial services.

Our internship program is designed to provide

Engagement with teams, mentors, and leaders across the organization;

Experience through meaningful projects that support real business priorities;

Education about the environmental services industry and Clean Harbors' operations;

Exposure to different career paths across our lines of business.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by following all safe work practices, policies, and procedures;

Gain hands-on experience alongside HPC Industrial teams in both field and office environments;

Support projects, operations, technical work, or data collection based on internship assignment;

Participate in team meetings, safety discussions, project planning, and day-to-day operational activities;

Work alongside Project Managers, field teams, operations leaders, engineers, and chemists;

Participate in Clean Harbors Internship Program networking and professional development activities;

Complete and present a final internship project at the conclusion of the program.

What does it take to intern with Clean Harbors?

Currently pursuing a degree, certificate, or technical program in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Process Technology, Industrial Technology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Process Technology, Operations Management, Business Administration/Management, Human Resources or a related field at an accredited college, university, or technical school;

Strong interest in gaining hands-on experience within Industrial Services;

Willingness to learn in both office and field environments based on internship assignment;

Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills;

Ability to work collaboratively in a professional team environment with a willingness to learn and take initiative;

For field-based assignments, ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, which may include lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods.

Want to learn more about starting your career with Clean Harbors?

As a Clean Harbors intern, you will gain hands-on experience working alongside field teams and operational leaders who support environmental and industrial services across North America. Your day may include time at a facility or project site, participating in safety briefings, observing operational processes, and learning how teams safely manage environmental services and hazardous materials.

Interns may also assist with project coordination, review operational data, and support team initiatives that help keep operations running safely and efficiently. Throughout the internship, you will gain practical exposure to the people, processes, and safety culture that drive Clean Harbors' work in the field.

About Clean Harbors

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 apply for this opportunity, visit: https://careers.cleanharbors.com/intern-co-op-programs

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comp