Valero is an independent refiner of transportation fuels offering an internship program focused on professional development and hands-on experience. The Audit Intern will support assurance and advisory projects, participate in audit planning and risk assessments, analyze data, execute control testing, evaluate compliance, and assist with audit reporting and recommendation follow-up.
Responsibilities
Support assurance and advisory projects across various areas of the organization, helping identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency
Participate in audit planning activities, including gathering background information, conducting preliminary interviews, and assisting with risk assessments and audit planning documentation
Assist in identifying key business risks and related controls within operational processes and support the development of audit testing procedures
Collect, clean, analyze, and interpret data using tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python, Alteryx, and other analytics platforms to support audit objectives
Execute audit test procedures to assess the effectiveness of key controls and prepare clear, concise, and well-organized testing documentation for review
Assist in reviewing contracts, invoices, reports, and other documentation to help identify unusual transactions, control concerns, or potential fraud indicators
Evaluate compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements through audit testing and analysis
Assists in the preparation of written reports of audit results and the follow up of audit recommendations made to ensure implementation
Collaborate effectively with audit team members and stakeholders, demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and a willingness to learn
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Graduation dates of December 2027 through May 2029
Microsoft Office applications and database application experience
Strong analytical, communication, and human relations skills
Preferred
Overall GPA of 3.0 (or higher) on a 4.0 scale
Professional development
Mentorship
Health and welfare benefits
Volunteerism
Overtime pay eligibility
Hands-on experience
Meaningful projects
Opportunities to work alongside industry experts
Opportunities to learn, connect, and make real contributions across operations, business teams, and communities
Valero is an international manufacturer and marketer of transportation fuels and petrochemical products.