Process Technology Intern Industrial Services | Summer 2027

Clean Harbors • Crossville, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors is hiring a Process Technology Intern for its Summer 2027 Internship Program in Crossville, Illinois, supporting HPC Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors. This full-time, onsite internship offers hands-on exposure to industrial operations, process technology, industrial cleaning services, and project support. The intern will work alongside experienced professionals and field teams on projects supporting customer needs across multiple lines of business. The role includes time in the field at customer and project sites and runs from a May 17 or May 24, 2027 start date through August.

The internship program includes engagement with teams, mentors, and leaders; meaningful projects that support business priorities; education about the environmental services industry and Clean Harbors operations; and exposure to career paths across the company. Interns also participate in networking and professional development activities and complete and present a final internship project.

Clean Harbors provides environmental, energy, and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Its mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. The company describes safety as its top priority and emphasizes its safety-focused culture.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree or a recent graduate in Process Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Business from an accredited college or university.
• Strong interest in industrial operations, process technology, and hands-on field experience.
• Comfortable working in industrial environments and traveling to customer or project sites as needed.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work alongside field operations teams.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to learn about industrial equipment, operational processes, and project management.
• Ability to work onsite in Crossville, Illinois, for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices, policies, and procedures, prioritizing health and safety.
• Work with field teams and operational leaders to gain hands-on exposure to industrial cleaning services and processes.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and supporting industrial service projects at customer locations.
• Gain exposure to chemical cleaning, hydroblasting, vacuum services, and other industrial service operations.
• Observe and learn about equipment, processes, and technologies used to complete industrial projects safely.
• Support project documentation, operational reporting, and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with project managers, supervisors, and field technicians to understand daily operations and customer needs.
• Participate in internship program networking and professional development activities.
• Complete and present a final internship project at the conclusion of the program.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $20 per hour.
• Hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals and field teams.
• Mentorship and engagement with teams and leaders across the organization.
• Meaningful projects supporting business priorities.
• Networking and professional development activities.
• Exposure to career paths across Clean Harbors' lines of business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed