Operations Intern - Hauling

About Us

WASTE CONNECTIONS, Inc. (NYSE: WCN): is a non-hazardous solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling services in the U.S. and Canada.  Our employees foster a work culture of Servant Leadership.

Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees, always relying on our Operating Values as the foundation for our existence.  

Because we operate with a highly decentralized structure, we look for individuals who are energetic and have individual initiative and creativity.  Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you.  At Waste Connections, you’ll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play harder culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve. 

Internship Overview

As an Ops Hauling Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in logistics, team leadership, and operational coordination.

You’ll shadow experienced supervisors, assist with route planning, and help manage driver performance—all while learning how to keep a fleet running efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

We are hiring for Operations (Hauling) Interns in the following markets:

Elk Grove Village. IL

Memphis, TN

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience in fleet and personnel management
• Exposure to logistics and service operations in the waste industry
• Mentorship from experienced supervisors and operations managers
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainability and community impact
• Up to a $5,000.00 bonus at the successful completion of the internship
• Housing assistance as needed

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily route planning and driver assignments
• Monitor driver performance and support safety compliance
• Participate in ride-alongs to observe field operations
• Support communication between drivers, dispatch, and customer service
• Help resolve service issues and customer complaints
• Contribute to operational reports and performance metrics
• Collaborate on initiatives to improve route efficiency and driver satisfaction
• Engage in rotational assignments across departments to broaden organizational understanding

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, field-based environment
• Valid driver’s license required

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.