Engagement and Public Policy Intern - (Summer 2026)

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.

Valero is on the search for energetic and motivated students to join the Valero Intern Program. The internship program has an opening for an Engagement and Public Policy Intern who is ready for new and exciting challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Major Accountabilities:
•    Assists the team in the development of communication materials such as the Sustainability Report.
•    Assists with the completion of sustainability, governance and similar questionnaires for scoring agencies.
•    Researches and performs peer analyses on sustainability, shareholder engagement and public policy matters. 
•    Researches and performs analysis of post-proxy season voting.
•    Interacts and works with the investor relations, advertising and communications, legal, environmental, strategic planning and human resources teams.
Competencies:
•    Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deliver high quality work products within stated time requirements.
•    Receptive to feedback.
•    Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive information, results, and communications.
•    Active learner and willingness to ask questions / seek understanding.
•    Holds strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
•    Computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing, and presentations.
•    This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

•    Currently pursuing a Juris Doctorate or a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Public Policy, or Business Administration required.
•    Overall GPA of 3.0 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale preferred.
•    Graduation date between August 2026 to May 2028 required. 
•    Able to work 40 hours per week during the summer required.
•    Ability to read and interpret company policies, regulatory guidelines, and other work-related documentation required.
•    Ability to abide by confidentiality requirements when working with sensitive information, results, and communications required.
•    This is an onsite, in-person internship at the Valero Headquarters in San Antonio required.
 

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

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 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, doing the right thing and caring. Apply now to join Valero’s award-winning Internship Program, proudly shaping future leaders for over 25 years.

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

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