Refinery Accounting Intern (Summer 2027)

Valero Energy; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Valero Energy is offering a Refinery Accounting Internship at the San Antonio headquarters for Summer 2027. This hands-on program will apply accounting concepts to real-world refinery finance, with exposure to SAP BW and data reporting tools.

The role may lead to full-time opportunities at a Valero refinery location. Interns will support the monthly close, data formatting for metrics, and collaborations across Finance groups while adhering to safety and company policies.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or higher).
• Graduation dates Aug 2027 through May 2029.
• Able to work 40 hours for 12 weeks during Summer 2027.
• On-site work at Valero San Antonio Headquarters required.
• GPA 3.0 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly operating expense close process for a refinery.
• Learn to use SAP BW and other data reporting tools to analyze financial results.
• Assist in other projects focused on detailed aspects of Valero’s financial results.
• Learn to format and compile data for internal metrics.
• Follow safety rules and procedures as set forth by the Company.
• Preparation of operating and capital expense accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Liaison between business services and other groups at headquarters such as Capital Assets, Forecast, Planning & Analysis, Tax, and Information Services.
• Interns may be assigned various different assignments at Valero Headquarters and other projects including potential travel to refinery locations.

Skills

Communication

SAP BW

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

SAP BW

Job description

Job Description - Refinery Accounting Intern (Summer 2027) (26001C6)

Job Number:

26001C6

Description

Are you ready to turn your passion for problem solving, teamwork and excellence into an exceptional future at Valero? As the world’s premier independent refiner of transportation fuels, Valero is dedicated to caring for our interns’ well-being through professional development, mentorship, health and welfare benefits and volunteerism.

Join the Legacy. Fuel What’s Next.

The Refinery Accounting Internship will provide you hands‑on experience and will allow you to apply accounting concepts and principles to develop the core competencies needed to succeed in a business environment. This summer position will take place at the Valero San Antonio Headquarters and will prepare an intern for potential full‑time opportunities at a Valero refinery location.

Major Accountabilities in which you may be assigned:

• Assist in the monthly operating expense close process for a refinery.
• Learn to utilize SAP BW and other data reporting tools to analyze financial results and provide information to various stakeholders.
• Assist in other projects typically focused on a detailed aspect of Valero’s financial results.
• Learn to format and compile data for internal metrics.
• Follow safety rules and procedures as set forth by the Company.
• Preparation of the following for refineries.
• Operating and Capital expense accruals,balance sheet reconciliations, and operating expense forecast.
• Liaison between business services and other groups at headquarters such as Capital Assets, Forecast, Planning & Analysis, Tax, and Information Services.
• Interns may be assigned various different assignments at Valero Headquarters and other projects including potential travel to refinery locations.

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

Qualifications

• Able and willing to work on‑site, in‑person at the Valero San Antonio Headquarters required.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Accounting required.
• Graduation dates of August 2027 through May 2029 required.
• Able to work 40 hours for 12 weeks during Summer 2027 required.
• Overall GPA of 3.0 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills preferred.

Please include the following in your resume: Overall GPA, Major, Expected Graduation Date for your Bachelor's, and Expected Graduation Date for your Master's (if applicable).

Note: Valero’s pre‑employment process includes successful completion of a background check and hair analysis drug screen.

About the Valero Intern Program

For three decades, the Valero Intern Program has helped launch exceptional careers by providing hands‑on experience, meaningful projects and opportunities to work alongside industry experts. Our nationally recognized program helps interns to learn, connect and make real contributions across our operations, business teams and communities. Team Valero drives excellence from day one, and the Valero Intern Program is where it all begins.

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.

Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.