Summer Internship - Environmental Field Chemist

Red Deer, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 30, 2026
1 position

$20 / hour

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Employment type: Internship / apprenticeship, Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The intern will be responsible for handling, segregating, packing, and inspecting chemical waste at various customer sites and facilities. They will also assist with lab packs, household hazardous waste collections, and participate in networking events and project presentations.

Job details

Clean Harbors in Red Deer, Alberta 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 2027! Accepting applications for students in 3rd or 4th year of their current program. *Please note you will primarily be working in the field (indoors and outdoors), and NOT in a laboratory environment* 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. * Reside within assigned branch location. * 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. *CH #LI-L

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be in their 3rd or 4th year of a bachelor's degree or diploma in Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, or Environmental Engineering. A high school diploma and reliable transportation are also required.