Valero Talent Pipeline

Creating a sustainable and robust talent pipeline is foundational to identifying and developing future leaders. Our college and university partners, intern program and Engineering Summit help us to not only identify top talent but also create new opportunities for such talent to emerge.

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Recruiting Partnerships at Major Universities

  • Auburn University
  • Baylor University
  • Brigham Young University
  • Christian Brothers University
  • Colorado School of Mines
  • Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Iowa State University
  • Lamar University
  • Louisiana State University
  • Louisiana Tech University
  • Ohio State University
  • Oklahoma State University
  • Purdue University
  • South Dakota State University
  • Texas A&M University – College Station
  • Texas A&M University - Kingsville
  • Texas Tech University
  • Trinity University
  • Tulane Law School
  • University of Memphis
  • University of Nebraska
  • University of Oklahoma
  • University of Texas at Austin
  • University of Texas at San Antonio
  • West Texas A&M University

“During my Valero internship, I gained insight into how real-world challenges are approached and solved – something that goes beyond what’s taught in the classroom. Whether it was learning how a power grid is managed or observing how teams tackle complex issues, this experience gave me a much deeper understanding of how things work.” 

Jamee L. 2025 Valero Summer Intern, Engineering
Top Talent

The Valero Intern Program aims to identify and develop top talent for future full-time, entry-level positions in our company. Not only does the program allow Valero to evaluate students’ skills, it also serves as an avenue for students to experience relevant job experiences and find their perfect fit within the Valero culture.

  • Real world, challenging experiences in field of study
  • Professional and personal development through coaching, mentoring and training
  • Exposure to business operations, company leadership and industry experts
  • Students integrate into Valero’s culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, doing the right thing, excellence, and caring for our communities

Benefits of Being a Valero Intern

For 28 years, the Valero Intern Program has grown into our primary recruiting vehicle for our dynamic workforce. Internships target high-performing college students in engineering, accounting, commercial supply, marketing, information systems, cybersecurity, communications, human resources and more.

  • Competitive pay and relocation assistance
  • Comprehensive health/welfare benefits
  • Training and development
  • Exposure to leadership & industry mentors
  • Valero Intern Symposium
  • Social and community involvement
  • Meaningful, high-impact projects that contribute to Valero’s business
  • Pipeline to full-time job opportunities

Valero Intern Symposium

The annual four-day Intern Symposium hosted at Valero Headquarters in San Antonio features presentations by company leaders and subject matter experts. 

The goals of our Symposium are to provide students: 

  • Development of essential professional skills
  • Insight into various business departments and the overall industry
  • Exposure to company leaders and networking opportunities
  • Participation in a volunteer event 
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Upcoming University
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Program Requirements

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    Engineering

    Requirements

    • Overall GPA of 3.2 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred.
    • Must be within required graduation dates listed in internship posting.
    • Ability to work 40 hours per week 

    Majors 

    • Chemical engineering
    • Mechanical engineering
    • Electrical engineering
    • Safety engineering

     

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    Project Construction

    Requirements

    • Overall GPA of 3.2 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred.
    • Must be within required graduation dates listed in internship posting.
    • Ability to work 40 hours per week 

    Majors 

    • Construction science
    • Construction management
    • Construction engineering
    • Construction technology
       
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    Information Services

    Requirements

    • Overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale preferred. 
    • Obtained at least 60 credit hours by the start of summer internship.
    • Ability to work 40 hours per week during the summer.

    Majors 

    • Computer science
    • Management information services
    • Related majors
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    Accounting / Audit

    Requirements

    • Overall GPA of 3.0  (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred. 
    • Obtained at least 60 credit hours by the start of internship.
    • One year commitment required
    • Ability to work 20-25 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters and university breaks, as needed.
    • Ability to work 40 hours per week during the summer.
    • Live within commuting distance to San Antonio, TX

    Majors 

    • Accounting
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    Commercial Supply & Trading

    Requirements

    • Overall GPA of 3.0 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred.
    • Must be within required graduation dates listed in internship posting.
    • Ability to work 40 hours per week during the summer.

    Majors 

    • Finance
    • Energy management
    • Supply chain management
    • Industrial engineering
    • Industrial distribution
    • Related majors

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“I chose an internship with Valero to work for a great company that is a leader in the energy industry. I wanted to join a company that focused on teamwork.” 

Jesse S. Project Mgr Business Systems Design - Refinery / Former Valero Intern
Valero Interns

Join Team Valero

 

Are you ready for a real-world, best-in-class experience?

Begin an Exceptional Future as a Valero Intern.

 

Let Us Hear From You!

Valero's recruiters stand ready to help and answer questions.

Call 210-345-3363 or send an e-mail to: university.recruiting@valero.com 

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"My experience as a Valero intern surpassed my expectations. I worked on both challenging and interesting projects, and was given all the resources I needed to deliver results."

Walker S. Business Analyst - Crude & Feedstock /
Former Valero Intern