Emergency Response Projects Internship

CleanHarbors•Jacksonville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Response Projects internship program is designed for students interested in maintaining a sustainable environment. The intern will be responsible for assisting the team with planning, organizing, and coordinating daily operations of the service line crew. This role focuses on working with the emergency response team (ERTS) to ensure communication, documentation, and execution of emergency response tasks. Interns can expect to participate in networking events and complete a final presentation at the conclusion of the program. We are searching for a reliable and team-oriented individual with an excellent commitment to safety to join our growing team during the Summer of 2026! 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.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline, Business Management, Project Management, Emergency Management, etc. and be in their Junior or Senior year.
Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
Ability to perform physical functions per job requirements

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 with coordinating spill response activities, working with clients and contractors to support safe and timely cleanups
Help develop scopes of work and support the request for quote (RFQ) process
Track and update project details in internal systems (ALERT) so clients can monitor progress
Support preparation and submission of reports to regulatory agencies
Assist with managing proper waste disposal and reviewing contractor invoices
Help ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Transportation (DOT), and company safety standards
Communicate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to support project updates
Provide excellent customer service by responding to emails and calls in a timely manner
Support emergency response communications and help relay information to field teams
Assist with administrative tasks such as logging billable time and maintaining accurate records
Attend Networking events within the internship program
Complete a final project presentation
All other duties as assigned