Job Title: Gas Standards Engineering InternJob Code: INT003Gas Standards Engineer Internship Job SummaryTo assist in the development and maintenance of Company Gas Standards relating to materials, operations & maintenance activities, construction practices, and engineering processes for transmission lines, distribution mains, service lines, measurement & regulation stations/settings, underground storage, LNG and associated assets. Understand and apply applicable federal, state, and industry standards and codes to ensure safe, constructible and cost-effective operation of the gas system. Assist in the investigation of material failures. Advise the approval of new materials for Company use. Communicate effectively with stakeholders including Operations, Design Engineering, Major Projects, Compliance, Legal, and manufacturers/suppliers of materials & equipment.This is a 12-week summer internship program with tentative dates from May 18 to August 8, 2025, for students entering their junior or senior year in fall 2025. The role is hybrid, based in Columbus, Oh. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Columbus, Oh to be eligible.Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Assist Standards Engineers in the development of and revision of Company standards related to the operation, maintenance, design, construction, and materials used for gas pipelines and facilities.
Work with stakeholders, subject matter representatives (SMR), subject matter experts (SME), and Company peers in evaluating the merits and challenges of each new standard or standards revision, in order to achieve a level of consensus that addresses technical needs, safety, compliance, cost, and operational needs.
Document the life cycle of assigned work in the department’s online tracking system.
Assist Standards Engineers with facility failure investigations (laboratory-based work in a Company facility) and contribute to any associated root cause analyses.
Learn the connections between Company standards, Integrity Management (DIMP, TIMP, SIMP) programs, and Safety Management Systems (SMS), so as to apply lessons learned from those programs to Company standards.
Successful candidate will start in summer 2025
Safety consciousness required.
Required Qualifications for Position
Current student of an ABET accredited, four-year Engineering program.
Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study.
Ability to work 40 hrs/week during the 12-week summer internship program in a hybrid (office/field/home) work environment.
Proficiency with PC applications and prefer strong skills with AutoCAD and MS Excel and Microsoft 365.
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
This is a 12-week summer internship program with tentative dates from May 18 to August 8, 2025, for students entering their junior or senior year in fall 2025. The role is hybrid, based in Columbus, Oh. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Columbus, Oh to be eligible.DisclaimerThis description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.Work AuthorizationAuthorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.Inclusion & DiversityValue inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.Equal Employment OpportunityNiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.Safety StatementPromote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.Salary Range:$17.10 - $30.80Posting Start Date:2024-09-10Posting End Date (if applicable):Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers.We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.