What this Department does
The department is responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of gas/CO2 pipelines, compressor stations, pump stations, process plants, and related facilities. It also handles electrical, measurement, and control integrity, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
What You'll Do
As an intern, you will work alongside Tallgrass Operations Specialists and Technicians to gain hands-on experience in various operational and maintenance tasks. This includes learning about the installation, operation, and maintenance of pipelines and related equipment, as well as electrical and control systems.
You can expect to:
- Operate and maintain pipelines, compressors, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, pump stations, pumps, dehydration equipment, valves, seals, and other related equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance checks and support the diagnosis and repair of engines, turbines, pumps, seals, valves, and instruments.
- Perform general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment.
- Learn activities related to electrical, measurement, and control integrity, including design, installation, inspection, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and adjustment of various control systems.
- Actively participate in safety programs/initiatives and develop Operations & Maintenance Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
- Participate in all applicable documentation and record-keeping.
What you will learn:
- How to operate and maintain various equipment and systems used in pipeline operations.
- How to perform Inspection and Maintenance (I & M) checks on control systems.
- How to troubleshoot and maintain electrical switchgear and power distribution.
- How to observe and participate in advanced engine/compressor/pump analytical testing.
- How to install, analyze, and repair security/intrusion systems.
- How to identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
What you will bring:
Education:
- High School Diploma.
- Actively enrolled or recently completed (within 3 months) a relevant technical or associate degree program (e.g., Mechanics, Energy, Construction, Industrial Electrician, Electromechanical, Measurement, or other Electrical programs)
Experience/Specific Knowledge:
- Experience using MS Office applications (Excel, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Skills:
- Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment.
- Ability to collect, organize, interpret, and present data accurately.
- Knowledge or willingness to learn measurement and control equipment.
- Basic understanding of schematics, engineering drawings, technical reports, safety rules, and maintenance instructions.
- Strong focus on safe work practices.
What will make you stand out:
- Demonstrated ability to take direction from supervisors, maintain a required work schedule, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
- Strong commitment to personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
- Regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
What Else You Need to Know
- Must be able to work outdoors in project and maintenance activities.
- Must be able to work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways.
- Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Successful candidates must clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including a credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to employment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Our internships are temporary full-time positions, in-person in our field office. We will host our 2026 interns for 10 weeks May-August.
Compensation And Other Benefits
The pay rate for this role is $30.60 USD Hourly
The final pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors, including a specific candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and working location. The total compensation package for this role may also include paid time off; a housing stipend; and more.