Safety Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) – U.S. Refining Locations

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community. At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution.

Major Accountabilities:

• Assists in implementing systems to meet safety regulations/performance for refinery production facility.
• Assists in implementation of process and procedures to maintain compliance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations and permits under OSHA, TTB, FRA, EPA and state DENR.
• Assists in implement facility’s Emergency Action Plan (EAP), Integrated Contingency Plan (ICP), Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC), and Risk Management Plan (RMP). 
• Assists in completing multi-media responsibility for task driven commitments. 
• Assists in establishing and maintaining relationship with local fire departments and response organizations to facilitate their participation in the Facility Response Plan. 
• Assists in maintaining and ensuring implementation of Process Safety Management (PSM). 
• Assists in ensuring implementation of Safe Work Practices (SWP), including providing training and making required changes.
• Assists in implementing site security plan.

Positions may be available at any of the following locations:
Wilmington, CA - Wilmington Refinery
Norco, LA - St. Charles Refinery 
Meraux, LA - Meraux Refinery
Memphis, TN - Memphis Refinery
Port Arthur, TX - Port Arthur Refinery
San Antonio, TX – Valero Headquarters
Sunray, TX - McKee Refinery

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

• Currently pursuing bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in Chemical Engineering, Safety Sciences or related field, required.
• Overall GPA of 3.2 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale, preferred.
• Graduation dates of August 2026 through May 2028, 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

Please also upload a copy of your unofficial transcript along with your resume within the Attachments.

About The Valero Intern Program

The Valero Intern Program gives students hands-on experience in the energy industry through impactful projects, mentorship, and exposure to company leadership, while exploring Valero’s culture of safety, excellence, accountability, teamwork, do the right thing and caring. Apply now to join Valero’s award-winning Internship Program, proudly shaping future leaders for over 25 years.
 

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).

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/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The rate for this position is $29 to $35 per hour and represents Valero’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of expected compensation at the time of this posting.  Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of job-related factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications and experience.