Intern-Air Compliance
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- Students actively enrolled in a degreed program with an expected graduation date of December 2026- May 2028.
- Majors related to environmental science or environmental studies, chemical or environmental engineering, geosciences, environmental policy, sustainability or natural resources management.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with data collection, analysis, or reporting (academic or internship)
- Familiarity with environmental permits and regulatory documentation
- Any hands-on experience with emissions testing or environmental monitoring equipment is a plus
- Participation in environmental or sustainability initiatives or clubs
Responsibilities
- 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.
Benefits
- paid time off
- a housing stipend
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
