Intern-Environmental Permitting

Tallgrass; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Tallgrass in Houston invites interns to join the Project Management department for a 10-week program May–August 2027. You will support the Environmental Manager with day-to-day project activities on a major capital project, gaining exposure to permitting, data collection, and reporting.

The role is in-person at our Houston office. Applicants are enrolled in a Bachelor or Master of Environmental Science with graduation window Dec 2026–May 2028; proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong math

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Environmental Science bachelor's or master's program with an expected graduation date between Dec 2026 and May 2028.
• Microsoft Office expert level.
• Excellent math skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Environmental Manager in day‑to‑day running of a major project within the Tallgrass Project Management department in Houston.
• Develop presentations and reports to manage progress in permitting projects.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and ad hoc tasks as requested by the Environmental Regulatory Manager.

Skills

Excellent math skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Environmental Science student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What this Department does:The Project Management department manages all the capital projects for Tallgrass including natural gas, hydrogen and ammonia transportation, and CO2 sequestration.

Job Description

What this Department does

The Project Management department manages all the capital projects for Tallgrass including natural gas, hydrogen and ammonia transportation, and CO2 sequestration.

Responsibilities

What will you do

The selected candidate will work in the Tallgrass Project Management department in Houston, Texas. The intern’s main responsibility will be to support the Environmental Manager in the day-to-day running of a major project. You will become part of the project management team of a project.

You Can Expect To

• Supporting the department's effort to permit large projects in the US by creating tracking sheets of the required permits and consents, collecting and archiving data from previous projects.
• Developing presentations and reports to manage progress in permitting projects.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and ad Hoc tasks as requested by the Environmental Regulatory Manager.

What You Will Learn

The intern will learn the basic tasks of running a large capital project and be exposed to the decision-making processes of environmental and regulatory programs.

Qualifications

What will you bring

Education

Students actively enrolled in an approved bachelor’s or master’s Environmental Science program with expected graduation date of December 2026- May 2028.

Experience/Specific Knowledge

• Microsoft Office expert level
• Excellent math skills

What Will Make You Stand Out

• High GPA Requirements
• Foreign Language skills
• Can do attitude.

What Else Do You Need To Know

Our internships are temporary full-time positions, in-person at our Houston office. We will host our Summer 2027 interns from May-August for 10 weeks.

Compensation And Other Benefits

• Pay Range $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.

About Us

Who are we?

Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

What are we known for?

Tallgrass has been recognized consistently over the last 10 years as a Top Workplace, 7 years in Colorado and 3 years in the USA. Tallgrass has also been recognized for its Leadership and Work-Life Flexibility. We are proud to promote Tallgrass as a Top Workplace as we continue to build and nurture an inclusive and rewarding environment.

What do we value?

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support our interns' physical, mental, and financial well-being.

What’s in it for you?

At Tallgrass You Will Find

• Industry Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Career Pathing and Industry Exposure
• Access to real world projects that impact our business
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the industry.
• A robust internship program that includes trips to our field locations, access to leadership and webinars focused on your skill development.

The Fine Print

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.