Lab/Operator Intern at Veolia in Freeport, TX

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Position Purpose: 

Internships at Veolia: Gain hands-on experience in a certified Environmental Laboratory that tests drinking water and wastewater.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Performs routine tasks in Laboratory, such as monitoring of the Laboratory’s Deionized Water unit, washing and sterilizing tubes, plates, dishes, etc., used in Laboratory examinations of water samples.
• May assist in research or special projects in a variety of areas to fulfill business initiatives and meet business objectives.
• May assist with Laboratory analysis.
• Prepares media for bacterial examination of water.
• Operates the Laboratory’s steam autoclave.
• Updates Safety Data Sheet central file.

Work Environment:

• Environments vary by internship function.
• This position is mostly in the Laboratory, with some exposure to office to field to plant.
• Our aim is to provide tangible industry job experience to each intern.

Education/Experience/Background: 

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Working towards a four year degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or Related Major and should be in Senior status in their education.
• 3.0 Cumulative G.P.A required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Strong analytical and communication skills, including written, verbal, listening, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships.

Benefits: Interns are considered temporary employees. Medical and basic life insurance coverage is available to temporary employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week immediately following 60 days of service. Employees must elect or waive medical coverage within 45 days of their eligibility date. Veolia observes 11 holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.