I&E Technician Intern - Summer 2027 (East Chicago)

Clean Harbors, Inc.; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Safety-Kleen Systems, a Clean Harbors company, is seeking two I&E Technician Interns for Summer 2027 at our East Chicago, IN facility. This in-person internship offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to environmental, energy, and industrial services projects.

Start dates are May 17th or May 24th, 2027, with internships running through August. Applicants should be pursuing a two-year I&E or EE program and be capable of climbing, lifting, and working in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in a two-year I&E program, electrical engineering, or other relevant field at an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of P&IDs and electrical schematics preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, both written and verbally.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, stoop, bend, stand for prolonged periods, and work at heights.
• Comfortable working in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring 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;
• 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

MS Office

I&E basics

Troubleshooting

Education

Two-year I&E or EE program

Job description

Safety-Kleen Systems, a Clean Harbors company, is seeking two I&E Technician Interns for Summer 2027 at our East Chicago, IN facility. This in-person internship offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to environmental, energy, and industrial services projects.

Start dates are May 17th or May 24th, 2027, with internships running through August. Applicants should be pursuing a two-year I&E or EE program and be capable of climbing, lifting, and working in varied conditions.