Mechanical Engineering Co-Op (Fall 2024)

Are you ready to turn your passion for problem solving, teamwork and excellence into an exceptional future at Valero? As a global leader in refining and alternative fuels, Valero is dedicated to caring for our employees' well-being, providing satisfaction and support at work, in volunteerism and in health & wellness.

Join a 40-year legacy of excellence and find your future with us! Exceptional students bring their game-day best to our internship program each year.

Opportunities for interns will be in the following areas:

Mechanical Engineers

Reliability Engineering:

Troubleshoots equipment operation & maintenance problems. Analyzes equipment performance. Implements programs to improve reliability & decrease reactive maintenance.

Project Engineering:

Develops & engineers project scope for variety of capital expense and maintenance projects. Supports timely & efficient project execution.

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

• Currently pursuing bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in Mechanical Engineering required.

• Overall GPA of 3.2 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred.

• Obtained at least 60 credit hours by the start of fall co-op required.

• Graduation dates of December 2024 through May 2026 required.

• Ability to work 40 hours per week required.

• Able and willing to work on-site and in-person, required.

Please include the following in your resume:

Overall GPA and Major - Expected Graduation Date

All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero's policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.

Note: Valero's pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check, hair analysis drug screen, and pre-employment physical (if applicable).

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/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), 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.