People and Culture Intern

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

Waste Services

VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

Railcar Services

VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.

Marine Services

VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

About the Role

We’re looking for a friendly, curious, and motivated HR Intern to join our team for the Summer 2027 internship program. This position is designed to give a well‑rounded, hands‑on experience across Human Resources, with a primary focus on Total Reward.

 What You’ll Do

• Support the Total Reward team with projects.
• Rotate through several HR areas including, learning, leadership development, talent acquisition, Regional HR Business Partners, and the Chief People Officer.
• Participate in field visits to company sites.
• Join in learning activities, team events, and development experiences.

 What You’ll Gain

• Hands‑on experience across multiple HR functions.
• A broad understanding of HR’s role in supporting the business.
• Exposure to HR operations, partnership, and strategy.
• Professional development and networking opportunities.

Program Overview: Our internship program provides students with the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals in various departments, gaining valuable insights and practical skills. Interns will participate in projects and tasks that contribute to their personal and professional development, while supporting the company’s goals and objectives.

 Who We’re Looking For:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in a related field (Human Resources, Business, Psychology etc.).
• Junior or Senior status by fall of 2027.
• 3.0 GPA
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• You have basic familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook.
• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; specific technical skills may vary by role