Mechanical Engineering Project Management Intern - Summer 2027

Clean Harbors • Norwell, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors is seeking a safety-focused Mechanical Engineering Project Management Intern for its Summer 2027 internship program. This in-person opportunity is based at the company’s headquarters in Norwell, Massachusetts. The internship provides hands-on experience supporting real business-priority projects across environmental, energy, and industrial services operations, working alongside experienced professionals, field teams, operational leaders, and site engineers. Interns may spend time at a facility or project site, participate in safety briefings, observe operational processes, assist with project coordination, review operational data, and support team initiatives. The program runs from a start date of May 17 or May 24, 2027, through August. Clean Harbors describes its mission as creating a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical 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, 2D modeling, or similar software for updating and modifying engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safe work practices, policies, and processes, and act safely at all times.
• Assist in implementing and evaluating ongoing projects.
• Assist with investigations in support of company reporting protocol.
• Support Engineering and Operations.
• Use CAD software to revise and update drawings.
• Assist site engineers with project scoping and design.
• Take initiative and demonstrate a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
• Potentially assist with project coordination, review operational data, and support team initiatives that help operations run safely and efficiently.
• Participate in safety briefings and observe operational processes at facilities or project sites.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern