Training & Development Intern IS | Summer 2027

Clean Harbors, Inc.; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Clean Harbors is offering a Summer 2027 Training & Development Internship in LaPorte, TX. The intern will assist with onboarding, training coordination, and workforce development alongside experienced professionals. This full-time internship requires in-person presence and may involve travel to other locations.

Start dates are May 17th or May 24th, 2027, with internships running through August. Paid at $20/hour, the program emphasizes hands-on experience, culture immersion, and professional

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Training Administration, Human Resources Learning and Development, Adult Education, or a related field.
• Strong interest in employee training, onboarding, and workforce development.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups and developing presentation skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees, instructors, and leaders.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to learn new training systems, processes, and technology.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the top priority by following all safe work practices and procedures.
• Shadow Training & Development professionals to learn onboarding and training program delivery.
• Assist with Day 1 onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Support presentations introducing culture, safety expectations, and policies.
• Help create a welcoming, engaging learning environment for new hires.
• Assist with training schedules, onboarding documentation, LMS, and training records.
• Coordinate between new employees, instructors, HR, and operations teams.
• Learn about technical, safety, and competency-based training programs.

Skills

Strong communication

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

Business Administration, Training Administration, HR Learning & Development, Adult Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clean Harbors is looking for a Training & Development Intern to join our Summer 2027 Internship Program in LaPorte, TX, supporting HPC Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors.

This internship provides hands‑on experience in employee onboarding, training coordination, and workforce development. The intern will work alongside experienced Training & Development professionals to support new employee orientation, training activities, and programs that help employees succeed in their roles.

This is a full-time internship and is not eligible for remote work. Travel to other training or branch 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by following all safe work practices, policies, and procedures;
• Shadow Training & Development professionals to learn how employee onboarding and training programs are coordinated and delivered;
• Assist with facilitating Day 1 onboarding and orientation programs for new employees;
• Support presentations introducing company culture, safety expectations, operational standards, and workplace policies;
• Help create a welcoming and engaging learning environment for new employees;
• Assist with training schedules, onboarding documentation, learning management systems, and employee training records;
• Support communication and coordination between new employees, instructors, Human Resources, and operational teams;
• Gain exposure to technical, safety, and competency-based training programs and employee development processes;
• Travel to other training or branch locations as needed to support onboarding and training activities;
• Participate in Clean Harbors Internship Program networking and professional development activities;
• Complete and present a final internship project at the conclusion of the program.

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to intern with Clean Harbors?

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Training Administration, Human Resources Learning and Development, Adult Education, or a related field at an accredited college or university;
• Strong interest in employee training, onboarding, and workforce development;
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills;
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups and interested in developing presentation and facilitation skills;
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate documentation;
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees, instructors, and operational leaders;
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Willingness to learn new training systems, processes, and technology;
• Ability and willingness to travel 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.

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.

Clean Harbors is a 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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Job Identification: 167261

Category: Intern

Posting Date: 2026-10-14

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Temporary

Job Function: Training & Development

Locations: 900 Georgia Avenue

Pay Range: 20.00 Hour