I & E Technician - Summer 2027 Internship

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 in East Chicago, IN is seeking two I&E Technician Interns to join our safety-focused team. This internship provides students with the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience while supporting real projects that contribute to business priorities across our environmental, energy, and industrial services operations. We are searching for a reliable and team-oriented individual with an excellent commitment to safety to join our growing team during Summer 2027!

This internship is an in‑person opportunity based at our East Chicago, IN Facility and is not eligible for remote work. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals, gain exposure to our industry, and develop practical skills that support their academic and early career goals.

Start dates for our Summer 2027 Internship Program are May 17th or May 24th of 2027. Internships will run through the summer and end in August.

Why Intern with Safety Kleen?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive pay
• Safety Kleen offers students the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience while working alongside professionals who are leading the way in environmental, energy, and industrial services.

Our internship program is designed to provide:

• Engagement with teams, mentors, and leaders across the organization;
• Experience through meaningful projects that support real business priorities;
• Education about the environmental services industry and Safety Kleen's and Clean Harbors' operations;
• Exposure to different career paths across our lines of business.

Key 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;
• 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

What does it take to intern with Safety Kleen?

• 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.

Safety-Kleen Systems, a Clean Harbors company, has a commitment to excellence deeply rooted in a strong sense of tradition. Our entire business model revolves around keeping North American businesses green. We generate more than $1.2 billion in annual revenue as a world-class environmental service organization and market leader in industrial hazardous waste management, parts‑cleaning technology, and oil re‑refining. We collect over 200 million gallons of used motor oil each year and we have the largest re‑refinery capacity in North America allowing us to re‑refine more than 150 million gallons each year.

Every day, we help our customers resolve their waste management needs and reduce their carbon footprint. PROTECTION. CHOICES. PEOPLE. MAKE GREEN WORK.

Safety-Kleen Systems, a Clean Harbors company, is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender basis of any other identity, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the federal, state/provincial or local protected class.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Safety-Kleen Systems, a Clean Harbors company, is a Military & Veteran friendly company.