Operations Support Intern IS | Summer 2027

Clean Harbors; Westlake (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Clean Harbors Westlake, LA is looking for an Operations Support Intern to join our Summer 2027 Internship Program. Supporting HPC Industrial or Thompson Industrial, this internship provides hands‑on experience with the administrative and business operations that support our field teams, customers, and Industrial Services branches.

The Operations Support Intern will shadow District Administrators, providing support while learning day‑to‑day processes and how administrative teams keep branch

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in business, management or related field
• Strong interest in learning about business operations and Industrial Services
• Excellent communication, organization and problem‑solving skills
• Detail‑oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel to branch or field locations as needed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Shadow District Administrators to learn administrative processes
• Provide administrative and project support to District Administrators and branch teams
• Assist with customer and branch questions, documentation and follow‑up
• Gain exposure to customer billing, purchase orders, invoicing and reporting
• Support with organizing information and reporting for operational and financial processes
• Participate in internship program networking and professional development activities

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Problem solving

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Travel willingness

Education

Pursuing degree in Business Administration/Management/Finance/Accounting/Operations Management

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Clean Harbors Westlake, LA is looking for an Operations Support Intern to join our Summer 2027 Internship Program. Supporting HPC Industrial or Thompson Industrial, both powered by Clean Harbors, this internship provides hands‑on experience with the administrative and business operations that support our field teams, customers, and Industrial Services branches.

The Operations Support Intern will work closely with experienced District Administrators, providing support while shadowing day‑to‑day processes and learning how administrative teams help keep branch operations running effectively and efficiently.

This is a full‑time internship and is not eligible for remote work. Some travel to branch or field locations may be required.

Start Dates

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

Why Intern with Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive pay of $20/hour
• Clean Harbors 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 Clean Harbors' operations;
• Exposure to different career paths across our lines of business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shadow District Administrators to learn the administrative processes that support Industrial Services branch and field operations;
• Provide administrative and project support to District Administrators and local branch teams;
• Assist with customer and branch questions, documentation, and administrative follow-up;
• Gain exposure to customer billing, purchase orders, invoicing, reporting, and other operational processes;
• Assist with tracking and resolving administrative items while learning when and how issues are escalated;
• Support branch initiatives, customer projects, events, and process improvements as needed;
• Assist with organizing information and reporting used to support operational and financial processes;
• Gain exposure to employee onboarding, training requirements, and internal systems and processes;
• Participate in Clean Harbors Internship Program networking and professional development activities;
• Complete and present a final internship project at the conclusion of the program.

What does it take to intern with Clean Harbors?

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Accounting, Operations Management, or a related field at an accredited college or university;
• Strong interest in learning about business operations and Industrial Services;
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills;
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities;
• Ability to work collaboratively with administrative teams, field employees, operations leaders, and customers;
• Comfortable learning new systems, processes, and business procedures;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook;
• Willingness to travel to branch or field locations as needed.

Want to learn more about starting your career with Clean Harbors?

As a Clean Harbors intern, you will gain hands‑on experience working alongside field teams and operational leaders who support environmental and industrial services across North America. Your day may include time at a facility or project site, participating in safety briefings, observing operational processes, and learning how teams safely manage environmental services and hazardous materials.

Interns may also assist with project coordination, review operational data, and support team initiatives that help keep operations running safely and efficiently. Throughout the internship, you will gain practical exposure to the people, processes, and safety culture that drive Clean Harbors' work in the field.

About Clean Harbors

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!

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, activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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