I&E Technician Intern — Hands-on Safety Summer 2027

Safety-Kleen; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

In-person internship at East Chicago

Mentorship from experienced pros

Job summary

Safety-Kleen Systems, a Clean Harbors company in East Chicago, IN, is seeking two I&E Technician Interns for Summer 2027 to gain hands-on experience across environmental, energy, and industrial services.

Interns will work on real projects at our East Chicago facility, with mentors, safety focus, and opportunities to learn troubleshooting, maintenance, and MCCs. Start dates May 17 or May 24, and the internship runs through August, in-person only at East Chicago facility.

Qualifications

• P&IDs and electrical schematics knowledge preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Assist in troubleshooting instruments and control system malfunctions.
• Shadow technicians performing preventative maintenance checks, calibrations, and inspections.
• Support work on cabling, power distribution systems, switchgear, and motor control centers.
• Gain exposure to substation equipment and medium voltage electrical systems.
• Maintain accurate records and logs as required.
• Verify and update P&IDs, schematics, and technical documentation.

Skills

P&IDs knowledge

Electrical schematics understanding

Analytical and problem-solving

Safety-focused and teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Two-year I&E program or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

Safety-Kleen Systems, a Clean Harbors company in East Chicago, IN, is seeking two I&E Technician Interns for Summer 2027 to gain hands-on experience across environmental, energy, and industrial services.

Interns will work on real projects at our East Chicago facility, with mentors, safety focus, and opportunities to learn troubleshooting, maintenance, and MCCs. Start dates May 17 or May 24, and the internship runs through August, in-person only at East Chicago facility.