Summer Electrical Eng Intern: Hands-On Process Controls

Valero Energy; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Valero Energy invites applications for an Electrical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027) at U.S. Refining locations. The program develops students through hands‑on projects in power, process controls, and instrumentation within refinery settings.

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with a 3.2 GPA and graduation window Aug 2027–May 2029; availability to work 40 hours per week on-site; applications due Oct 16, 2025.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, required.
• Overall GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale, preferred.
• Graduation dates Aug 2027 through May 2029, required.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week, required.
• On-site and in-person work required.

Responsibilities

• Help ensure safety and reliability of the power distribution system.
• Assist with process control and instrumentation projects.
• Provide startup/commissioning support and troubleshooting.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Valero Energy invites applications for an Electrical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027) at U.S. Refining locations. The program develops students through hands‑on projects in power, process controls, and instrumentation within refinery settings.

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with a 3.2 GPA and graduation window Aug 2027–May 2029; availability to work 40 hours per week on-site; applications due Oct 16, 2025.