What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Intern position at VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC?
About VLS!
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40 locations across North America.
Waste Services
VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.
Railcar Services
VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.
Marine Services
VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.
Job Summary
Are you looking for an exciting Internship where you can gain on the job experience related to your field of study – Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Safety, IT, or Project Management. VLS is the place for you. Successful candidates will receive diversified training through on-the-job assignments using the technical skills acquired in college. Assigned projects will develop the interns both technically and professionally. Each intern will be assigned a technical mentor and supervisor to ensure a productive and engaging assignment.
Program Overview: Our internship program provides students with the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals in various departments, gaining valuable insights and practical skills. Interns will participate in projects and tasks that contribute to their personal and professional development, while supporting the company’s goals and objectives.
Lab Intern
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40 locations across North America.
Waste Services
VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.
Railcar Services
VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.
Marine Services
VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.
Job Summary
Are you looking for an exciting Internship where you can gain on the job experience related to your field of study – Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Safety, IT, or Project Management. VLS is the place for you. Successful candidates will receive diversified training through on-the-job assignments using the technical skills acquired in college. Assigned projects will develop the interns both technically and professionally. Each intern will be assigned a technical mentor and supervisor to ensure a productive and engaging assignment.
Program Overview: Our internship program provides students with the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals in various departments, gaining valuable insights and practical skills. Interns will participate in projects and tasks that contribute to their personal and professional development, while supporting the company’s goals and objectives.
Lab Intern
- Assist with laboratory testing, sampling, and quality control procedures.
- Support lab staff in maintaining equipment, preparing samples, and recording test results.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in a related field (Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Occupational Safety, Information Technology, etc.).
- Junior or Senior status by fall of 2026.
- 3.0 GPA
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- You have basic familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook.
- Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; specific technical skills may vary by role
