Description
What this Department does:
The Land and Right of Way department at Tallgrass is responsible for securing
the necessary land rights and access required for Tallgrass’ operations and
generally involves the following key functions:
* Land Acquisition
* Negotiations with Landowners
* Title Research and Due Diligence
* Permitting and Regulatory Compliance
* Community Relations
* Right of Way Maintenance
* Dispute Resolution
* Land Records
RESPONSIBILITIES
What will you do:
You will work within the Land and Right of Way departments to provide assistance
in the group’s key function areas. Additionally, you will be exposed to the
various energy sectors Tallgrass is involved in while gaining valuable
experience and insight into the inner workings of the land department’s
operation and maintenance functions. The successful candidate will work under
the supervision of Regional Lead Agents and Team Leaders.
You can expect to:
* Assist the Land Records department with various document support functions.
* Assist land agents with ownership research.
* Assist field land agents with title research at the county courthouse.
* Assist field land agents with negotiating surface access and road/pipeline
rights-of-way.
* Attain a basic understanding of various legal documents (i.e., land-related
contracts and agreements for construction, operation, and maintenance of
existing and new facilities, including but not limited to, fee simple,
rights-of-way, leases, temporary workspace agreements, licenses, and permits)
* Gain experience in the investigation of survey permission, acquisition, title
research, property valuation, survey drawings, and alignment sheets.
* Under direct supervision, review third-party development plans and relevant
right-of-way records (i.e. easements, permits, etc.) to determine conflicts
and resolve them.
* Work closely under the supervision of a lead ROW agent or ROW supervisor to
perform internal and external due diligence to ensure accuracy and
completeness of land rights.
* Under direct supervision, serve as a liaison with landowner/tenant on
ownership, easement rights, damage claims, and access issues and utilize the
best judgment in functioning as a liaison.
What you will learn:
While this internship is largely about supporting the Land and Right of Way
group, equally important is the expectation for the selected candidate to gain
exposure and experience in an opportunity rich industry. In doing this, you
will be learning about this industry from a unique position which will require
contact with various parts of the company. This internship also comes with the
following advantages:
* On-the-job learning that reinforces what you see in the classroom and teaches
invaluable skills
* Expand your professional network and establish relationships with mentors
* A possible path to a land and right of way position once you have graduated
QUALIFICATIONS
What will you bring:
Education:
Students actively enrolled in an approved Bachelor of Business Administration in
Energy Land Management, Energy Commerce, Petroleum Land Management, or other
related degree with expected graduation date of December 2026 through May 2028.
Experience/Specific Knowledge:
* Previous experience with an oil and gas company land department or experience
with an independent landman is preferred but not required.
* Good interpersonal skills to build relationships with others.
* Ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning,
organization, and time management skills.
* Ability to work independently and to collaborate fully as a team player.
* Exercises good judgment and has experience handling confidential information.
* Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or
new responsibilities readily.
* Ability to maintain regular attendance as per work schedule agreed with the
manager.
* Ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations and Company policies
and procedures.
* Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Possesses solid technical and problem-solving skills
* Self-motivated, detail orientated person
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
* Honest, fun, hard-working and ready to learn and grow
What else do you need to know:
Our internships are temporary full-time positions, in-person at our Lakewood CO
office. We will host our Summer 2027 interns from May-August for 10 weeks.
Compensation And Other Benefits
* Pay Range $20.90-$29.61 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.
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.