Business Strategy Intern Industrial Services | Summer 2027

Clean Harbors is looking for a Business Strategy Intern to join our Summer 2027 Internship Program in Deer Park, TX or Norwell, MA, supporting HPC Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors.

This internship provides hands-on experience in business strategy, strategic planning, and growth initiatives within the Industrial Services industry. The intern will work alongside HPC Industrial's National Product Leadership (NPL) team to support the development and execution of strategic initiatives aimed at accelerating growth across our industrial specialty service offerings.

This role offers an opportunity to gain exposure to business operations, market opportunities, and strategic decision-making while collaborating with experienced industry leaders.

This is a full-time internship and is not eligible for remote work. The intern will be based onsite in either Deer Park, TX or Norwell, MA. The position will require time in the field at customer and project sites.

Start Dates:

Start dates for our Summer 2027 Internship Program are May 17th or May 24th, 2027. Internships will run through the summer and end in August.

Why Intern with Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive pay of $20/hour
• Clean Harbors offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working alongside professionals who are leading the way in environmental, energy, and industrial services.
   

Our internship program is designed to provide:

Engagement with teams, mentors, and leaders across the organization;

Experience through meaningful projects that support real business priorities;

Education about the environmental services industry and Clean Harbors' operations;

Exposure to different career paths across our lines of business.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by following all safe work practices, policies, and procedures;
• Support the National Product Leadership (NPL) team with the development and execution of strategic initiatives focused on business growth;
• Assist with research and analysis of market trends, industry opportunities, and business performance;
• Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities to improve processes, services, and operational efficiency;
• Support the coordination and tracking of strategic projects, initiatives, and business priorities;
• Assist with preparing presentations, reports, and materials that support business planning and decision-making;
• Gain exposure to HPC Industrial's specialty service offerings and how strategic initiatives contribute to business growth;
• Work alongside cross-functional teams to understand business operations, customer needs, and organizational goals;
• Participate in Clean Harbors Internship Program networking and professional development activities;
• Complete and present a final internship project at the conclusion of the program.

Qualifications

What does it take to intern with Clean Harbors?

• Currently pursuing a degree or recent graduate in Business Administration or Industrial Engineering from an accredited college or university;
• Strong interest in business strategy, operations, and organizational growth;
• Eagerness to learn and gain exposure to industrial services and business operations;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to collaborate with team members and build positive professional relationships;
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills;
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word;
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and willing to take on new challenges;
• Ability to work onsite in Deer Park, TX or Norwell, MA for the duration of the internship.
   

Want to learn more about starting your career with Clean Harbors?

As a Clean Harbors intern, you will gain hands-on experience working alongside field teams and operational leaders who support environmental and industrial services across North America. Your day may include time at a facility or project site, participating in safety briefings, observing operational processes, and learning how teams safely manage environmental services and hazardous materials.

Interns may also assist with project coordination, review operational data, and support team initiatives that help keep operations running safely and efficiently. Throughout the internship, you will gain practical exposure to the people, processes, and safety culture that drive Clean Harbors' work in the field.

About Clean Harbors

40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico.

Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy, and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology. Come be part of the solution with us.

Join our safety-focused team today! To learn more about our company and apply for this opportunity, visit: https://careers.cleanharbors.com/intern-co-op-programs

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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