Environmental Lab Chemist Intern — Summer 2027

Clean Harbors; Waynoka (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Clean Harbors—Lone Mountain Landfill Facility in Waynoka, OK—is seeking a Lab Chemist Intern for Summer 2027. This in-person internship offers hands-on experience assisting with metal analysis, wet chemistry, and instrumentation under safety-first guidance.

Start dates May 17th or May 24th, 2027; program runs through August. Interns work closely with professionals and gain exposure to environmental, energy, and industrial services operations across North America.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in biology, chemistry, or related field at an accredited college or university.
• Experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of wastewater, TOC, and ICP instrumentation for metals, wet chemistry, flashpoint, and calorimetry is a plus.
• Strong interest in environmental services industry and safety culture.
• Ability to document, record, and analyze data; work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety is the top priority and follow all safe work practices.
• Learn metal analysis including mercury and wet chemistry testing (chlorine and fluoride).
• Learn analysis of samples and instrumentation (GC, IC, ICP).
• Shadow supervisor and technician; manage waste and document control.
• Maintain a safe environment compliant with OSHA regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Data documentation

Team collaboration

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

Pursuing degree in biology or chemistry

Tools

GC/IC/ICP instruments

Job description

Clean Harbors—Lone Mountain Landfill Facility in Waynoka, OK—is seeking a Lab Chemist Intern for Summer 2027. This in-person internship offers hands-on experience assisting with metal analysis, wet chemistry, and instrumentation under safety-first guidance.

Start dates May 17th or May 24th, 2027; program runs through August. Interns work closely with professionals and gain exposure to environmental, energy, and industrial services operations across North America.