PR & Government Affairs Intern — Hands-on Summer 2027

Clean Harbors; Norwell (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health insurance

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking a Public Relations & Government Affairs Intern for Summer 2027 at our Norwell, MA headquarters. This in-person internship offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to environmental, energy, and industrial services projects.

Start dates are May 17 or May 24, and the program runs through August. Applicants should be pursuing a related bachelor's degree and demonstrate strong written/verbal communication, research skills, and familiarity with presentation tools.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Public Relations, Political Science, Pre-Law, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to research information and translate findings into clear content.
• Experience with graphic design or content creation tools such as PowerPoint or Canva is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety remains the top priority in all activities.
• Develop templates and engagement materials to support facility outreach to local stakeholders.
• Research local community organizations and events to inform outreach strategies and planning.
• Create engaging communications content (presentations, infographics, videos) for public affairs initiatives.
• Support government and public affairs projects through research, meeting prep, and coordination of community activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Research

Team orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications / Public Affairs / PR / Political Science or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Canva

Job description

Clean Harbors is seeking a Public Relations & Government Affairs Intern for Summer 2027 at our Norwell, MA headquarters. This in-person internship offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to environmental, energy, and industrial services projects.

Start dates are May 17 or May 24, and the program runs through August. Applicants should be pursuing a related bachelor's degree and demonstrate strong written/verbal communication, research skills, and familiarity with presentation tools.