Intern-Flow Assurance

Tallgrass; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Mentorship program

Field trips to field locations

Internship program

Job summary

Tallgrass is offering a Summer Internship in Houston for 10 weeks (May–August 2027) within the Flow Assurance team. You will learn hydraulic modeling, perform data gathering for simulations, and help prepare reports under mentorship.

This in-person role emphasizes real-world project exposure, teamwork, and professional growth. Eligible students are enrolled in Mechanical, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering programs through December 2026 to May 2028, with strong communication and multitasking

Qualifications

• Student enrolled in an approved Mechanical, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering program with an expected graduation date between Dec 2026 and May 2028.
• Basic knowledge of fluid flow and thermodynamics.
• Strong communication and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn hydraulic and flow-forecasting software under mentorship.
• Assist Flow Assurance Engineers gathering data for simulations.
• Post-process results and prepare presentations/reports.
• Attend trainings/webinars as needed.

Skills

Fluid flow knowledge

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

VB Scripting

Python

Job description

What this Department does:

As part of the Project Management Engineering Department, Flow Assurance team performs advanced hydraulic/ flow assurance simulations for decarbonization/ clean energy of surface facilities, pipeline, and sequestration to provide support and consultation for system operations, projects, engineering, maintenance, and ongoing business development activities.

Job Description

What this Department does:

As part of the Project Management Engineering Department, Flow Assurance team performs advanced hydraulic/ flow assurance simulations for decarbonization/ clean energy of surface facilities, pipeline, and sequestration to provide support and consultation for system operations, projects, engineering, maintenance, and ongoing business development activities.

Responsibilities

What you'll do:

• Learn how to use hydraulic and fluid property calculations software with the mentorship of the Flow Assurance Team. Possible help with updating models if they are already familiar with the software.
• Assisting Flow Assurance Engineers for gathering data and information needed for running simulations
• Post-processing simulation results and preparing presentations and reports
• Attend to the related trainings/ webinars as needed

What You Will Learn

• How to deal with real challenges
• How to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• How to organize and prioritize daily work.
• How to communicate goals in solution or project terms.
• How to participate in multi-disciplinary flow assurance discussions/ meetings

Qualifications

What will you bring?

Education

Students who are actively enrolled in an approved Bachelor/master’s in mechanical, Chemical, and Petroleum Engineering program with an expected graduation date of December 2026 - May 2028.

Experience

• Basic knowledge of fluid flow and thermodynamic
• Communication skills
• Multi-tasking skill

Academic Courses

• Fluid Mechanic
• Thermodynamic
• Heat Transfer
• Transport Phenomena

General Skills

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• VB Scripting
• Python

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Outstanding achievements
• Prior teamwork projects
• Experience using flow assurance related software tools (fluid properties calculator, pipeline/ process simulation, etc.)

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 $26.18-$37.09USD 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.

Notice to External Search Firms

Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

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.