On Site Environmental Technician Intern

Clean Harbors in Kitimat, BC is seeking a reliable, safety-oriented, and team-focused student to join our team as an On-Site Technician Intern for Summer 2027!

Please note students should reside close commute to Kitimat, BC to be considered. No fly in fly out option.


The On-Site Technician Internship program is designed for students interested in maintaining a sustainable environment. The intern will be responsible for tasks associated with handling hazardous materials on a customer site. Interns can expect to participate in networking events and complete a final presentation at the conclusion of the program. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals, gain exposure to our industry, and develop practical skills that support their academic and early career goals!

The 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.
• Exposure to different career paths across our lines of business.

• The Internship program is designed to provide:

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth.
• Competitive Pay $20/ hr.
• Positive and safe work environments.

• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.

• Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner.
• Assist with chemical pickups throughout customer facility as directed.
• Conduct chemical bulking/consolidation as required.
• Packaging of waste to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance.
• Conducts projects/jobs according to site specific Federal, State, and local regulations and health and safety plans.
• Assist with inspecting drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure work area maintained in a neat and orderly manner.
• Assist with waste stream sampling and profiling as necessary.
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules.
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines.
• Attend Networking events within the Internship Program.
• Complete a final project presentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline (Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Sciences, etc.) and be in their 3rd or 4th year.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment background check, drug test, and physical.
• Ability to perform physical functions per job requirements.

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 to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careersca.cleanharbors.com/

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state/provincial or local protected class.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company