Job Specifications
Clean Harbors in Debert, Nova Scotia is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist Intern (CleanPack Chemist). 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!
Please note you will primarily be working in the field (indoors and outdoors), and NOT in a laboratory environment*
Accepting applications for students in 3rd or 4th year of their current program.
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.
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.
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, provincial, and local regulations and health and safety plans
Shadow various roles within the Organization to learn about overall business
Follow all local, 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 bachelor's degree/ diploma in an applicable discipline (Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering etc.) and be in third or fourth year.
Must have 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 https://careers.cleanharbors.com/.
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
About the Company
Clean Harbors is North America's leading provider of environmental and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies. Its customer base spans a number of industries, including chemical, and manufacturing, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through it...
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