Laboratory Intern

Veolia • Arkadelphia, AR

5d

About The Position

This internship is focused on learning and exposure to fundamental business processes and procedures within an environmental laboratory setting. The intern will perform a variety of chemical, biological, and physical tests required for sample analysis, quality control, research, or development. The role involves compiling data for reports and performing routine tasks and analyses on samples in accordance with company and regulatory requirements. The intern may also perform specialized analysis under the direction of trained lab personnel to support applied quality assurance and control procedures and will help maintain the laboratory for compliance with company hygiene plans. Additionally, the intern will assist in special studies in the laboratory and possibly in the field.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or working towards a bachelor's of science or related degree.
• Strong communication skills, including written, verbal, listening, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory safety procedures and promptly report any safety concerns or issues to laboratory staff.
• Assist with sample login, labeling, and organization for incoming laboratory samples.
• Support laboratory staff with basic sample preparation, subsampling, and general laboratory setup activities.
• Assist with routine wet chemistry testing such as pH, compatibility, density, and other basic analyses under supervision.
• Gain exposure to laboratory instrumentation and analytical techniques including IC, BTU, ICP, and other equipment as assigned.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate documentation within laboratory digital logbooks, spreadsheets, and electronic quality systems.
• Assist with recording test results, quality control data, and instrument maintenance records in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Help maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and proper chemical handling and waste disposal practices.
• Assist with preparation of reagents, standards, chemical solutions, and inventory organization under guidance from laboratory staff.
• Support laboratory operations, special projects, and other duties as assigned while gaining hands-on experience in environmental laboratory processes and quality systems.

Benefits

• Medical and basic life insurance coverage is available to temporary employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week immediately following 60 days of service.
• Veolia observes 11 holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree