Intern-Information Technology

Job Description What this Department does:

The Information Technology department is responsible for managing and overseeing major software projects. With a focus on scope, timeline and budget.

Responsibilities What you will do:

You will work with Project Managers to help define the scope of projects, establish clear timelines, define roles and responsibilities, manage budget and drive the project to success.

You Can Expect To

- Assisting the IT PMO team with creating standards, documentation and running software projects

- Promote best practice processes that ensure project success

- Learn the fundamentals of project management and software implementation

- Assist in setting up and facilitating project meetings and workshops.

- Document meeting notes and facilitate distribution of notes and other documentation.

- Understand and assist in implementing standard project templates and documentation. Includes helping create and update project plans, functional and technical design documents, reviewing and preparing test plans and testing scripts, assigning and following up on tasks assigned to other team members.

- Assist Project manager or Project lead in maintaining project timelines, scope and budget.

- Assign tasks to internal teams and assist with schedule management

- Make sure that clients’ needs are met as projects evolve

- Analyze risks and opportunities

- Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise

- Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants

- Work with the Project Manager to eliminate blockers

- Use tools to monitor working hours, plans and expenditures

- Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance tests

What You Will Learn

- How to collaborate with multiple project managers and project teams

- How to implement standard project processes and documentation

- Project meeting coordination and note taking

- To prepare status reports and documenting requirements, timelines, feedback and follow-up tasks.

Qualifications

What you will bring: Education

Student actively enrolled in an approved Bachelor’s program with expected graduation date of December 2025 through December 2027

Experience/Specific Knowledge

- Strong organizational and time management skills.

- Strong written and verbal communications skills.

- The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

- Proficient level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.

What Else You Need To Know

Our internships are temporary full-time positions, in-person/remote hybrid at our Lakewood, CO office. We will host our Summer 2026 interns from May-August for 10 weeks.

Compensation And Other Benefits

- Pay Range $22.60-$30.14 USD Hourly

- You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize housing costs

- 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 overtime pay, 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.