2027 BOLT Intern - Midstream Treating

Kinder Morgan; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is offering the BOLT Intern Program for Summer 2027 in Houston, Texas. This elite internship provides hands-on experience in the energy industry, exposing you to commercial operations, engineering, and project management while you work on meaningful projects with senior leaders.

You will gain industry knowledge, mentorship, and networking opportunities, building a strong foundation for a future career in energy.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering (Mechanical, Petroleum, Chemical, or related discipline).
• Entering junior or senior year of college at the time of the internship.
• Students classified as seniors must have an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later.

Responsibilities

• Support business development, commercial operations, engineering, construction and project management during the internship.
• Develop understanding of relationships among producers, midstream operators and pipeline companies.
• Learn how treating and processing equipment helps meet gas quality specs and optimize revenue.
• Assist in identifying market opportunities and conduct competitive analyses.
• Contribute to prospecting and lead-generation strategies to attract customers.
• Participate in project economic evaluations and proposal development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute ideas for new products and services.
• Track commercial performance metrics and assist with weekly reporting activities.

Skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Leadership potential

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Engineering (Mechanical, Petroleum, Chemical)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

What We Are Looking For

The BOLT (Building Opportunities & Learning Together) Intern Program is Kinder Morgan’s elite summer internship program. Do you want to spend your summer gaining hands‑on experience in the energy industry while enhancing your professional and interpersonal skills? At Kinder Morgan, you will have the opportunity to do just that by participating in meaningful projects that support our vision of delivering energy to improve lives and create a better world.

As a BOLT Intern, you will contribute to meaningful projects that support Kinder Morgan's mission of delivering energy to improve lives and create a better world. Throughout the summer, you will work alongside experienced professionals, gain valuable industry knowledge, and build a strong foundation for a future career in energy.

About Kinder Morgan Treating

Kinder Morgan Treating is a leading manufacturer and the largest provider of contract‑operated natural gas treating plants in the United States. We design, build, own, and operate natural gas treating and processing facilities that help producers and pipeline companies meet gas quality specifications and maximize product value. Our mission is to provide innovative solutions that keep hydrocarbons flowing safely, efficiently, and reliably.

What You Will Do

During the Summer 2027 internship, you will gain exposure to multiple aspects of the Treating business, including business development, commercial operations, engineering, construction, and project management. Key learning opportunities include:

• Develop an understanding of the relationships between natural gas producers, midstream operators, and pipeline companies that require treating and processing solutions.
• Learn how treating and processing equipment helps customers meet gas quality specifications and optimize revenue streams.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating market opportunities in emerging exploration and production plays, including competitive market analysis.
• Support the development of prospecting and lead‑generation strategies to identify and attract new customers.
• Participate in project economic evaluations and proposal development to address customer needs.
• Gain insight into equipment fabrication processes, inventory planning, and project execution strategies.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, operations, and business development teams on ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Contribute ideas for new products, service offerings, and business growth opportunities.
• Track and maintain commercial performance metrics and assist with weekly reporting activities.
• Work closely with senior leadership, including the Manager of Construction, Manager of Engineering, VP of Business Development, and VP of Engineering & Operations.

What You Need

Education

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering (Mechanical, Petroleum, Chemical, or related discipline), or a comparable field.
• Entering junior or senior year of college at the time of the internship.
• Students classified as seniors must have an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later to be eligible.

Experience and Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment while following direction and meeting established work schedules.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines across various functional areas.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and build relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Leadership potential demonstrated through academic, extracurricular, or professional experiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, is preferred.

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.
• Hands‑on experience supporting real business initiatives and projects.
• Mentorship from experienced industry professionals and company leaders.
• Networking opportunities with fellow interns and employees across the organization.
• Valuable insight into the midstream energy sector and natural gas treating business.

Join Kinder Morgan's BOLT Program and discover how your talents can contribute to delivering energy safely, reliably, and efficiently while building a strong foundation for your future career.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.