Provides assistance to the Valero Renewables Engineering organization by providing technical support for the ethanol plants. Supports activities related to the design, modification and operation of process equipment in the ethanol plant.   Supports projects from conception through completion including the development, design and execution of capital, expense, and maintenance projects in a safe and efficient manner. 

• Works with multi-disciplinary teams to provide optimization, troubleshooting advice and generalized technical guidance.
• Prepares justification, cost estimates and other project documents as required for approval.
• Develops technical specifications to procure equipment and services.
• Supports ethanol plant operations as a technical resource.
• Completes other requirements for compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management Regulations including but not limited to the maintenance of documentations such as MOCs, P&IDs, isometrics, and equipment specifications.

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 during the summer months. 

Position located in San Antonio, TX.

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in Chemical, Mechanical or Biosystems Engineering or related engineering major required.
• A minimum of 60 credit hours by the start of the internship required.
• Graduation date of August 2026 through May 2028 required. 
• Ability to work 40 hours per week during the Summer required. 
• Overall GPA of 3.0 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred.

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

Please include the following in your resume: 
Overall GPA and Major - Expected Graduation Date

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.

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