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Land Acquisition Manager CPT roles sit at the intersection of real estate law, market analysis, and negotiation, all of which must tie directly to your degree program. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start work, and the position must be an integral part of your curriculum, not just tangentially related.
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The BOLT (Building Opportunities & Learning Together) Intern Program is Kinder Morgan’s elite summer internship program. Do you want to spend your summer gaining hands-on experience in the energy industry while enhancing your professional and interpersonal skills? At Kinder Morgan, you will have the opportunity to do just that by participating in meaningful projects that support our vision of delivering energy to improve lives and create a better world.
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We have an interest in or operate approximately 78,000 miles of pipelines and 136 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle renewable fuels, petroleum products, chemicals, vegetable oils and other products. We are a market leader in each of our businesses – Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines, CO2, and Terminals. We have an unparalleled, large footprint of diversified and strategically located assets that are core to North American energy infrastructure and help deliver needed energy products to high-demand markets.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
BUISINESS UNIT
The Land and Right of Way Department, a part of Kinder Morgan’s Operational Support Group (OSG), provides vital services to keep our pipeline and infrastructure projects running smoothly. Within this group, the Land and Right of Way Finance Team manages the financial aspects of acquiring and maintaining land rights, easements, and agreements needed to build and operate our assets. The team focuses on accurate cost tracking, reporting, compliance, and continuous process improvement to support safe and reliable operations across Kinder Morgan’s network.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
As an OSG BOLT Intern, you will work side-by-side with experienced team and network with other interns, building connections, and learning vital company practices, procedures, and on-the-job training. Activities will include supporting the Land and Right of Way Department with tasks related to the financial aspects of acquiring and maintaining land rights, easements, and agreements needed to build and operate our assets. At the end of the BOLT internship, the intern will be required to present a summary of their summer to the management of the department. This will be an opportunity for the intern to demonstrate what they have learned throughout their internship and provide insight on their experience to senior business leaders and key stakeholders.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Demonstrated experience leading teams of people, either during school, work, or personal life - candidate must describe in detail during the interview
- Self-motivated and driven, with demonstrated interpersonal skills
- Ability to speak publicly in front of groups
- Ability to function effectively in both a team and individual environment
- Attention to detail and strong computer skills are essential
- Driven to discover and determined to deliver
- Open to travel in the United States
- Houston Headquarters Work Location
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned. The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
DESIRED MAJORS:
Finance, Accounting, or Management Information System
WHY JOIN KINDER MORGAN:
Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.
Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
The BOLT (Building Opportunities & Learning Together) Intern Program is Kinder Morgan’s elite summer internship program. Do you want to spend your summer gaining hands-on experience in the energy industry while enhancing your professional and interpersonal skills? At Kinder Morgan, you will have the opportunity to do just that by participating in meaningful projects that support our vision of delivering energy to improve lives and create a better world.
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We have an interest in or operate approximately 78,000 miles of pipelines and 136 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2) and more. Our terminals store and handle renewable fuels, petroleum products, chemicals, vegetable oils and other products. We are a market leader in each of our businesses – Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines, CO2, and Terminals. We have an unparalleled, large footprint of diversified and strategically located assets that are core to North American energy infrastructure and help deliver needed energy products to high-demand markets.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
BUISINESS UNIT
The Land and Right of Way Department, a part of Kinder Morgan’s Operational Support Group (OSG), provides vital services to keep our pipeline and infrastructure projects running smoothly. Within this group, the Land and Right of Way Finance Team manages the financial aspects of acquiring and maintaining land rights, easements, and agreements needed to build and operate our assets. The team focuses on accurate cost tracking, reporting, compliance, and continuous process improvement to support safe and reliable operations across Kinder Morgan’s network.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
As an OSG BOLT Intern, you will work side-by-side with experienced team and network with other interns, building connections, and learning vital company practices, procedures, and on-the-job training. Activities will include supporting the Land and Right of Way Department with tasks related to the financial aspects of acquiring and maintaining land rights, easements, and agreements needed to build and operate our assets. At the end of the BOLT internship, the intern will be required to present a summary of their summer to the management of the department. This will be an opportunity for the intern to demonstrate what they have learned throughout their internship and provide insight on their experience to senior business leaders and key stakeholders.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Demonstrated experience leading teams of people, either during school, work, or personal life - candidate must describe in detail during the interview
- Self-motivated and driven, with demonstrated interpersonal skills
- Ability to speak publicly in front of groups
- Ability to function effectively in both a team and individual environment
- Attention to detail and strong computer skills are essential
- Driven to discover and determined to deliver
- Open to travel in the United States
- Houston Headquarters Work Location
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned. The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
DESIRED MAJORS:
Finance, Accounting, or Management Information System
WHY JOIN KINDER MORGAN:
Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.
Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsLand Acquisition Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Land Acquisition Manager role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your degree program includes coursework in real estate, urban planning, business, or a related field that directly connects to acquisition duties. Your DSO evaluates whether the role is an integral part of your curriculum, not just generally related to your major. Roles involving market analysis, contract negotiation, or due diligence typically satisfy that standard when tied to specific courses.
How do I find employers willing to structure a CPT-authorized position?
Search Migrate Mate for real estate development and property companies with active hiring history under relevant SOC codes. Employers already familiar with work authorization processes are more likely to cooperate with your DSO on the offer letter language CPT requires. Mid-size regional developers often offer more flexibility in role design than large institutional firms.
Can I do CPT part-time as a Land Acquisition Manager?
Yes. CPT can be part-time or full-time depending on what your program allows. Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, doesn't affect your 12-month full-time OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more eliminates your standard OPT entirely, so confirm the planned hours with your DSO before accepting a full-time offer.
What documents does my employer need from me for CPT?
Your employer will need your valid I-20 with CPT authorization listed for the specific employer and dates, along with your EAD if your school issues one. Some employers also request your SEVIS registration confirmation. CPT authorization is employer-specific, so if the role or company name changes, you need a new I-20 before starting.
Will CPT in land acquisition count toward future H-1B sponsorship?
CPT work experience can support an H-1B visa petition if the duties align with a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Land Acquisition Manager roles typically qualify under real estate or business administration. Your CPT job history, documented clearly, can appear in an employer's H-1B petition to demonstrate your qualifications for the position.