Grains Origination Intern (Summer 2027) - Ethanol Plant

Valero•Fort Dodge, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Supports and expands grains procurement with established suppliers while supporting the goals and objectives of the commodities group and the Company. This position is a summer internship which requires the student to work 40 hours per week. Positions are available at the following locations: Fort Dodge, IA Mount Vernon, IN

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree (or higher degree) in Agriculture Economics or a business-related field required.
A minimum of 60 credit hours by the start of the intern program required.
Graduation dates of August 2027 through May 2029 required.
Ability to work 40 hours per week 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 drug screen.
Please include the following in your resume: Overall GPA and Major - Expected Graduation Date

Responsibilities

Purchases corn supply as required from producers in accordance with guidelines provided.
Communicates effectively with producers as required for contracting grain purchases and scheduling deliveries.
Enters purchase contracts into grain accounting system.
Maintains grain position reports for facility.
Works with accounting department as required to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payments to producers.
Complete assigned projects timely, collaborating with team members to obtain needed information.