Project Manager Intern IS | Summer 2027

Clean Harbors • Owensboro, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors is seeking a Project Manager Intern for its Summer 2027 Industrial Services Internship Program in Owensboro, Kentucky. Supporting Thompson Industrial or HPC Industrial, both powered by Clean Harbors, the intern will gain hands-on experience in project planning, field operations, customer support, and industrial services project execution. This is a full-time, paid internship that is not eligible for remote work. Interns work on-site and in the field alongside Project Managers and operations teams.

The program is designed to provide engagement with teams, mentors, and leaders; experience on meaningful projects supporting business priorities; education about the environmental services industry and Clean Harbors operations; and exposure to career paths across the company's lines of business. Interns participate in program networking and professional development activities and complete and present a final internship project. The program begins May 17 or May 24, 2027, and runs through August.

Clean Harbors describes its mission as creating a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. It provides environmental, energy, and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree or certificate in Project Management, Construction Management, Process Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering, or a related field at an accredited college, technical program, or university.
• Strong interest in building a career in Industrial Services, project management, or field operations.
• Willingness to work in both office and field environments.
• Interest in learning how industrial projects are planned, managed, and executed.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Project Managers, field teams, operations, customers, and other business partners.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to document, organize, and analyze project information and data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or other relevant technical tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb stairs, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods.
• Interest in developing leadership skills and taking on increasing responsibility within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safe work practices, policies, and procedures and act safely at all times.
• Work alongside Project Managers to learn the planning and execution of Industrial Services projects.
• Gain hands-on exposure to field operations, job sites, and day-to-day project activities.
• Support development of project scopes, schedules, cost estimates, and project documentation.
• Participate in project planning meetings, operational discussions, and customer meetings.
• Assist with tracking project progress, costs, timelines, and deliverables.
• Learn how safety requirements and regulatory standards are incorporated into project planning and field execution.
• Partner with field and operations teams to understand the equipment, processes, staffing, and resources needed to complete projects.
• Support Project Managers with customer communication and project updates.
• Develop an understanding of the financial and operational components of managing Industrial Services projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased operational efficiency.
• Participate in Clean Harbors Internship Program networking and professional development activities.
• Complete and present a final internship project at the conclusion of the program.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $20 per hour.
• Hands-on experience working alongside professionals in environmental, energy, and industrial services.
• Engagement with teams, mentors, and leaders across the organization.
• Meaningful project experience supporting business priorities.
• Education about the environmental services industry and Clean Harbors operations.
• Exposure to different career paths across the company's lines of business.
• Networking and professional development activities.

What This Job Offers

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