Training & Development Intern IS | Summer 2027

Clean Harbors•La Porte, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors is looking for a Training & Development Intern to join our Summer 2027 Internship Program in LaPorte, TX, supporting HPC Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors. This internship provides hands-on experience in employee onboarding, training coordination, and workforce development. The intern will work alongside experienced Training & Development professionals to support new employee orientation, training activities, and programs that help employees succeed in their roles. This is a full-time internship and is not eligible for remote work. Travel to other training or branch locations may be required.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Training Administration, Human Resources Learning and Development, Adult Education, or a related field at an accredited college or university;
Strong interest in employee training, onboarding, and workforce development;
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills;
Comfortable speaking in front of groups and interested in developing presentation and facilitation skills;
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate documentation;
Ability to work collaboratively with employees, instructors, and operational leaders;
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
Willingness to learn new training systems, processes, and technology;
Ability and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by following all safe work practices, policies, and procedures;
Shadow Training & Development professionals to learn how employee onboarding and training programs are coordinated and delivered;
Assist with facilitating Day 1 onboarding and orientation programs for new employees;
Support presentations introducing company culture, safety expectations, operational standards, and workplace policies;
Help create a welcoming and engaging learning environment for new employees;
Assist with training schedules, onboarding documentation, learning management systems, and employee training records;
Support communication and coordination between new employees, instructors, Human Resources, and operational teams;
Gain exposure to technical, safety, and competency-based training programs and employee development processes;
Travel to other training or branch locations as needed to support onboarding and training activities;
Participate in Clean Harbors Internship Program networking and professional development activities;
Complete and present a final internship project at the conclusion of the program.