Lab Chemist Intern

About the Job Lab Chemist Intern

CLEAN EARTH 1689

Shar-Cal Rd, Calvert City, KY 42029, USA Intern Company Description Clean Earth is a leading provider of environmental services in the United States providing remediation, disposal, recycling, and beneficial reuse solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous waste, contaminated soil, and dredged material. Our vast portfolio of technologies and services touches nearly every industry that generates waste including energy, infrastructure, commercial, industrial, retail, and healthcare markets. Every day our teams across the country take a hands-on, dedicated approach to recycling and beneficially reusing waste that would otherwise go into landfills. We value our employees as our most important asset, and this is reflected in many areas across our company including recently being named a 2024 Most Loved Workplace ®. We are committed to creating a positive work culture that fosters growth and development while ensuring the health and safety of our employees. Job Description

INTERNSHIP SUMMARY

This internship aims to enhance the candidate's chemistry laboratory skills, ability to solve problems, and work with others to facilitate daily lab tasks as needed. The Laboratory Intern will collaborate with the lab manager as well as other managers to understand the functions of the internship. Responsibilities will vary based on workload, with a primary focus on basic lab testing of PH, BTUs, flash point, water content, and other lab functions as needed.

INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform Pensky Martin flash point test as well as basic pan test for flash Test PH with a probe and PH paper Test water content with Carl Fischer Titraiter Test for BTUs with calorimeter Test for heavy metals with an ICP Learn data entry in Clean Earth's Core system Review existing Standard Operating Procedures for knowledge of the lab as well as reviewing them looking for any inefficiencies. Creating Standard Operating Procedures for any new tasks as needed. Assist with other projects as assigned

Qualifications WORK HOURS and PAY:

Full-time (Monday to Friday) in office, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 8 Weeks (June 1- July 31st)

Hourly Rate:

$20.00 EDUCATION

AND EXPERIENCE

Ideal candidate would be a college junior or senior who is actively pursuing a degree in Chemistry or related field.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

High proficiency in MS Office Suite Ability to navigate multiple systems to research and find information Interpersonal skills with strong written and verbal communication Must possess a high level of motivation and excellent attention to detail Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality Above average spelling and grammar skills Ability to work in a team environment High level of organizational ability and ability to multi-task Professional demeanor Ability to be proactive and work independently Ability to work under tight deadlines Detail-oriented with good analytical skills Regular and predictable attendance Additional Information We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. About the Company Clean Earth is one of the largest specialty waste companies in the United States providing remediation, disposal, recycling, and beneficial reuse solutions for contaminated soil, dredged material, and hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Our vast portfolio of technologies and services touches nearly every industry that generates waste including energy, infrastructure, commercial, industrial, retail, and healthcare markets.

With the largest TSDF network in the country, it is our unique capability of providing a one-source, full-service solution to handle multiple waste streams from a single customer. Our processes are detailed, our due diligence is tireless, and our results provide unmatched recycling and disposal solutions for our customers with the utmost in customer service. Everyday Clean Earth takes a hands-on, dedicated approach to recycling and beneficially reusing waste that would otherwise go into landfills. Allow our team of experts to provide a customized waste disposal and recycling solution for your company, tailored to your needs, and your goals.