About the role#
The Field Services Reliability department focuses on equipment uptime and availability. You will work with the operations team to prevent unplanned downtime and improve equipment performance. This is a paid, full-time internship for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Develop, execute, and learn technology-driven maintenance initiatives.
- Perform basic troubleshooting on rotating equipment.
- Create and enhance IotaView and PI dashboards.
- Manage document control for new reliability procedures.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering program.
- Expected graduation date between December 2026 and May 2028.
- Knowledge of thermodynamics and heat transfer.
- Understanding of systems and vibration.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Lakewood, Colorado.
- The work modality is hybrid.
- The internship runs for 10 weeks from May through August 2027.
- This role does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Tallgrass
Tallgrass operates as an energy infrastructure company. It focuses on the delivery of energy across the United States. The company connects supply sources to homes and businesses. Founded in 2012, it maintains its headquarters in Lakewood, Colorado. The organization employs over 1,100 people.
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