Grains Origination Intern (Summer 2027) - Ethanol Plant

Valero; Albion (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Valero is seeking a summer Intern in grain procurement to support the commodities group. You will assist with corn purchases, communicate with producers for contracting and scheduling deliveries, and enter contracts into the accounting system.

The role requires ongoing undergraduate study in Agriculture Economics or related business field, a minimum 60 credit hours by start, and a 40-hour workweek commitment through the internship period.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Agriculture Economics or business.
• At least 60 credit hours completed by program start.
• Graduation between August 2027 and May 2029.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Purchases corn supply as required from producers per guidelines.
• Communicates with producers for contracting grain purchases and scheduling deliveries.
• Enters purchase contracts into grain accounting system.
• Maintains grain position reports for the facility.
• Collaborates with accounting to ensure timely payments to producers.
• Completes assigned projects on time with team collaboration.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Economics or business (in progress)

60 credit hours completed by start of program

Graduation dates August 2027 through May 2029

Job description

Description

Supports and expands grains procurement with established suppliers while supporting the goals and objectives of the commodities group and the Company.

• Purchases corn supply as required from producers in accordance with guidelines provided.


• Communicates effectively with producers as required for contracting grain purchases and scheduling deliveries.


• Enters purchase contracts into grain accounting system.


• Maintains grain position reports for facility.


• Works with accounting department as required to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payments to producers.


• Complete assigned projects timely, collaborating with team members to obtain needed information.

This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

This position is a summer internship which requires the student to work 40 hours per week.

Positions are available at the following locations:Fort Dodge, IAMount Vernon, IN

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in Agriculture Economics or a business-related field required.


• A minimum of 60 credit hours by the start of the intern program required.


• Graduation dates of August 2027 through May 2029 required.


• Ability to work 40 hours per week required.

Preferred Requirements

• Overall GPA of 3.0 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred.

Note: Valero's pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

About the Valero Intern Program

The Valero Intern Program fuels a broader company mission to develop reliable, affordable and sustainable energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. When you join Valero, you can expect to work with teams that are inclusive and results-driven while celebrating every employee’s strengths and ideas.

Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Job: Intern
Primary Location: United States
Req ID: 26001EY