Intern, Engineering

Job Overview
Southern Star is currently seeking highly motivated and energetic students or recent graduates to join our team as summer interns. The Engineering Intern is exposed to a variety of project-based assignments and will receive mentorship, detailed orientation and training, and valuable work assignments. This internship provides an introduction to the natural gas industry by teaching engineering best practices. The intern will be exposed to a variety of design disciplines within the organization and focus on the project life cycle from development through design and execution.

Activities can include but are not limited to project scoping and estimating efforts, equipment sizing, pipeline and facility design, material requisition, survey requests, construction workspace and easement exhibit determination, collaboration with project management and cost controls, and internal process improvement projects. Interns will typically support and shadow experienced engineers and other operations professionals as they complete their day-to-day tasks. They may participate in additional activities or events, allowing them to build a strong network within the Southern Star community and with fellow interns.

Highlights/Internship Overview: This is a 12-week, competitively paid summer internship starting in May and ending in August.

Interns work 40 hours per week with paid company holidays.

A taxable housing stipend may be provided to obtain housing near the Southern Star work location if the successful candidate’s permanent home address and current college address is determined by Southern Star to be greater than reasonable driving distance from the assigned work location.

Participants are eligible for full-time employment upon successful completion of the Southern Star internship program.
Company Overview

Since 1904,
Southern Star has proudly served as a reliable natural gas transporter to America’s heartland. Southern Star is an innovative, customer-oriented company committed to collaboration in all parts of our business. With over a century of trusted service, we continue to prioritize what sets us apart—our people.

At Southern Star, you’ll find a workplace where your growth matters, your voice is heard, and your contributions are recognized. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next big step in your career, Southern Star is the employer of choice where you can make a meaningful impact.

Will you be the next talented individual to join our team?

Benefits Overview

We believe great work deserves great rewards. In exchange for your passion and expertise, we provide a benefits package that supports your well‑being and growth in all aspects of life.

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness Programs
• Service Awards
• Educational Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental & Maternity Leave
• 401K

Design Project Scoping

• Learn about mechanical engineering design support, project scopes and estimates, project site layouts, and justification of projects

Compression Design

• Learn about compressor station design, equipment, and operations including:
  • Principles of both reciprocating and centrifugal natural gas compressors
  • Other various equipment including yard valves, ESD valves, coolers, containments, scrubbers, filter coalesce rs, and mechanical separators
  • Station auxiliary systems such as air, water, and lubrication systems
• Learn about co‑located deyhdration and storage facilities

Pipeline Design

• Learn about basic pipeline design including DOT regulations guiding:
  • Appropriate diameter, wall thickness, and grade requirements for operating pressures in different class locations
  • Approval processes for…