Public Relations & Government Affairs Intern

About the Role

This is an in-person, summer internship opportunity at Clean Harbors' Norwell, MA headquarters. The internship provides students with hands-on experience supporting real projects within environmental, energy, and industrial services operations. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals, gain exposure to the industry, and develop practical skills.

Internship Program Dates: May 17th or May 24th, 2027, through August 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Develop templates, resources, and engagement materials to help facility General Managers strengthen community engagement and communication with local stakeholders.
• Research local community organizations, events, and engagement opportunities to support facility-level outreach strategies and annual planning.
• Create engaging communications and content, including presentations, infographics, videos, and other visual materials, to support public affairs initiatives and community outreach.
• Support government and public affairs projects through research, meeting preparation, content development, and coordination of community engagement activities.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Public Relations, Political Science, Pre-Law, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to research information and translate findings into clear, engaging content.
• Experience with graphic design or content creation tools, such as PowerPoint, Canva, or similar platforms.
• Interest in creating visually engaging materials.
• Strong organizational and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently, ask questions, and collaborate effectively with team members.