About this role
What this Department does:
The Air Compliance team is responsible for ensuring that all operations adhere to federal, state, and local environmental regulations related to air quality. This includes managing permits, monitoring emissions, conducting regular reporting, and implementing strategies to minimize environmental impact. The team works proactively to identify potential compliance issues, coordinate inspections and audits, and develop programs to reduce emissions and improve operational efficiency. Our efforts help Tallgrass maintain regulatory compliance, avoid penalties, and demonstrate a commitment to environmental stewardship while supporting safe and sustainable operations across the organization.
What will you bring:
Education:
Students actively enrolled in a degreed program as well as attending classes related to environmental science or environmental studies, chemical or environmental engineering , geosciences, environmental policy, sustainability or natural resources management with expected graduation date of December 2026- May 2028.
Experience/Specific Knowledge
- Collaborate with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
- Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the public.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software and regulatory tools
- Basic understanding of environmental regulations and compliance standards
What makes you stand out:
- Experience with data collection, analysis, or reporting (academic or internship)
- Familiarity with environmental permits and regulatory documentation (preferred)
- Any hands-on experience with emissions testing or environmental monitoring equipment is a plus
- Participation in environmental or sustainability initiatives or clubs
What else do you need to know:
Our internships are temporary full-time positions, in-person at our Lakewood office. We will host our Summer 2027 interns from May-August for 10 weeks.
- $25.43-$37.09 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.