Gas Standards Engineering Internship

Gas Standards Engineer Internship Job Summary

To 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 11, 2026 to August 7, 2026, for students entering their sophomore, junior or senior year in fall 2026. The role is based in Columbus, OH or York, PA. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the reporting location 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 2026
• Safety consciousness required.

Required Qualifications for Position

• Availability for the entire duration of the Summer Internship May 11, 2025 - August 7, 2025
• 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.

Disclosure

This internship is designed to provide hands-on, practical experience through meaningful project work. Candidates should be prepared to engage fully in a professional environment focused on skill development and real-world application—not simply seeking a “fun” summer opportunity.

Disclaimer

This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection
Value 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 the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents 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 Opportunity 
NiSource 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. 

ADA Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at [email protected] or 1-888-640-3320

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Salary Range*:

$18.80 - $31.70

*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:

2025-08-29

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2025-09-19

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.