Intern-Air Compliance

Location: Lakewood, CO, United States Department: Intern

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 You'll Do

You can expect to do

Assist in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data to support emissions calculations including greenhouse gases and criteria pollutants from various internal systems and operations personnel.

Support the preparation and submission of regulatory reports to federal and state agencies.

Help maintain and update permits, ensuring all documentation is current and compliant.

Conduct research on relevant air quality regulations and assist in implementing compliance strategies.

Support the coordination of emissions testing and monitoring activities, including recordkeeping.

Assist with preparing documentation for audits and inspections.

Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities for emissions reduction and process improvements.

Participate in training sessions to develop a strong understanding of air quality regulations and compliance procedures.

Perform other administrative and technical tasks as assigned to support the air compliance team.

What you will learn

A basic understanding of federal, state, and local air quality regulations and permitting processes.

How to collect, analyze, and manage data for air emissions calculations.

The procedures for emissions testing, monitoring, and reporting.

The role of permits and compliance documentation in environmental management.

Best practices for preparing for audits and regulatory inspections.

Strategies for identifying opportunities to reduce emissions and improve environmental performance.

Collaboration and communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.

The use of industry-specific software and tools for compliance tracking and reporting.

Insights into the operational aspects of midstream oil and gas companies related to environmental compliance.

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.