Compliance Specialist Intern - Summer 2027

Clean Harbors • Norwell, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors is seeking a Compliance Specialist Intern for its Summer 2027 internship program. Based in person at the company’s Norwell, Massachusetts headquarters, the intern will assist the Compliance Manager in maintaining compliance with environmental regulations and permits. The internship provides hands-on exposure to environmental and industrial services, opportunities to work with experienced professionals, and practical experience supporting academic and early-career goals. The program begins May 17 or May 24, 2027, and runs through August.

Interns may work alongside field teams and operational leaders, spend time at a facility or project site, participate in safety briefings, observe operational processes, and learn how teams manage environmental services and hazardous materials. They may also assist with project coordination, review operational data, and support initiatives that help operations run safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Environmental Science or Environmental Management.
• Knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) laws and regulations.
• Critical-thinking ability, including identifying the appropriate audience, message, and goals.
• Desire to learn and master new skills.
• Analytical mindset.
• Intermediate PC and Excel skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Results-focused.
• Commitment to complying with safe work practices, policies, and processes.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safe work practices, policies, and processes, and act safely at all times.
• Assist the Compliance Manager with preparing reports and conducting on-site inspections related to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Clean Air Act, and Clean Water Act.
• Archive old files as directed by the Compliance Manager.
• Review facility permits to understand permit conditions and limitations.
• Stay informed about regulatory requirements by reviewing corporate compliance Q&A summaries describing regulatory changes.
• Maintain environmental compliance files.
• Notify the Compliance Manager of incidents and accidents.
• Support project coordination, review operational data, and assist with team initiatives as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Hands-on experience working alongside professionals
• Engagement with teams, mentors, and leaders across the organization
• Meaningful projects that support real business priorities
• Education about the environmental services industry and Clean Harbors’ operations
• Exposure to different career paths across lines of business

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern