Intern-Procurement

Job Description

What this Department does:

The Tallgrass Procurement Team acquires necessary materials and services for production and daily operation of the company. The team issues agreements to contractors for services; evaluates pricing to confirm the company receives the best value; and ensures procurement of all materials and services adhere to company policy.

Responsibilities

What you will do:

You will work with experienced procurement professionals and be expected to contribute to team initiatives. Responsibilities include support across all procurement functions including data analytics, reviewing and optimizing internal work processes, assisting in processing requests from internal stakeholders, and addressing inquiries promptly.

You Can Expect To

• Data quality review of third-party deliverables Aiding in the creating procurement processes and procedures.
• Supporting the auditing efforts, maintaining logs of requests and keeping minutes of meetings
• Cataloging and archiving vendor documents
• Supporting the auditing efforts, maintaining logs of requests and keeping minutes of meetings
• Aiding in the creating procurement processes and procedures
• Assisting in processing requests from internal stakeholders
• Supporting all procurement functions including data analytics
• Communicate vertically and horizontally through numerous channels and utilize a cross-functional network to complete goals
  
  

You Will Learn

You will learn how to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization, utilizing a cross-functional network to achieve strategic goals. You'll develop the ability to build strong relationships and exercise sound judgment. You'll engage in a variety of tasks, from daily operations to special projects, all while sharpening your attention to detail, particularly in purchasing and contracting.

Qualifications

What you will bring:

Education

Student actively enrolled in an approved degree program with expected graduation date of December 2024- May 2026.

Experience/Specific Knowledge

• Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Intermediate proficiency level in ADOBE and editing .pdf files.
  
  

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Strong customer service qualities including positive attitude, sense of urgency and “can-do” disposition.
• Strong analytical, organizational, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines
  
  

What Else You Need To Know

Our internships are temporary full-time positions, in-person/hybrid at our Lakewood, CO office. We will host our Summer 2025 interns from May-August for 10 weeks.

Compensation And Other Benefits

• Pay Range $22.68-$25.93 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

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. 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.

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 employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
  
  

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.