Facility Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Clean Harbors•Kingsland, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Safety-Kleen Systems Kingsland is seeking a Facility Engineer Intern for Summer 2027. This in-person internship is based at the Kingsland, Georgia facility and is not eligible for remote work. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals on projects supporting business priorities across environmental, energy, and industrial services operations, gaining industry exposure and practical skills. The program provides engagement with teams, mentors, and leaders; meaningful project experience; education about environmental services and Clean Harbors operations; and exposure to career paths across the company. Start dates are May 17 or May 24, 2027, and the internship runs through August. The intern will support the Mechanical Integrity Program, engineering work on refinery equipment and operations, project scoping and design, troubleshooting, and Process Safety Management activities. The role also offers exposure to facility and project-site operations, safety briefings, operational processes, project coordination, operational data, and initiatives that support safe and efficient operations.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering at an accredited college or university.
Strong interest in learning about the environmental services industry.
Ability to work collaboratively in a professional team environment.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office or relevant technical tools.
Proficiency in CAD or similar software for updating and modifying engineering drawings.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of P&IDs and piping ISOs is preferred.

Responsibilities

Comply with safe work practices, policies, and processes, and act safely at all times.
Assist with implementing and maintaining the Mechanical Integrity Program.
Use a modeling platform to work on models of refinery equipment and operations.
Use CAD software to revise and update drawings.
Assist the site engineer with project scoping and design for fixed and rotating equipment.
Assist with troubleshooting multidisciplinary problems involving refinery units.
Gain exposure to and participate in Process Safety Management principles, including Process Hazard Analysis, Management of Change, operating procedures, and incident investigation.
Take initiative and demonstrate a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
Adhere to safety protocols and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, including Process Safety Management pillars.
Work alongside field teams and operational leaders; participate in safety briefings and observe operational processes.
Assist with project coordination, review operational data, and support team initiatives that help operations run safely and efficiently.