Student, Accounting & Finance, OH (Fall 2026)

Cenovus Energy • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Are you looking for an exciting Co-Op/Internship opportunity full of meaningful, diverse, and challenging assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? You will be part of a driven, and collaborative team completing important projects while receiving the mentorship, knowledge, and experience to develop the skills you need to build an exciting career. This posting is for all Accounting & Finance student positions in Dublin, OH and Lima, OH. After submitting your application, you may receive a screening questionnaire where you can indicate your preferences. Possible placement includes: Accounting & Finance Project Controls Note: The application deadline for this position is March 31st, 2026.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. full-time for the duration of your work term and able to produce documentation upon application (e.g., work visa).
• Available to begin work in September 2026.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Solid analytical and Microsoft Suite skills, specifically Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal, judgement, and decision-making skills.
• Must be enrolled in a Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related discipline Undergraduate Program at an accredited post-secondary institution at the time of intended work term and returning to full-time studies after the work term OR registered in an accredited post-secondary co-op or internship program for the duration of the work term.
• Candidates currently enrolled in either a Masters or Ph.D. program at an accredited post-secondary institution may also be considered.
• New graduates are not eligible for student opportunities.
• Candidates must have their own means of transportation as there is no public transportation in field locations.

Responsibilities

• Gain solid exposure to an ERP system (SAP) and understand how it is used to record and report financial transactions
• Understand and gain deep insight into the month-end financial close process and sub-processes that support the close.
• Gain insight into how actual results are reported against budget and forecast
• Analyze accounting and financial data
• Increase your knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Business Intelligence/Analytical tools and how they are leveraged to increase the effectiveness of reporting
• Perform a variety of financial analyses to help business leaders in decision-making
• Gain solid exposure to an ERP system (SAP) and understand how it is used to record and report financial transactions
• Develop analytical skills behind budget development, budget control, and monitoring of actuals
• Assist with monthly financial close activities, including preparation of accruals, variance analysis, and reconciliations
• Learn how project forecasts are developed, updated and participate in refining forecast accuracy
• Support the review of vendor invoices, ensuring compliance with contracts, budgets, and refinery standards
• Gain exposure to turnaround, maintenance, expense organizations budget development, cost tracking, reporting, and performance metrics
• Assist in compiling management reports and dashboards for leadership review
• Support development of key performance indicators (KPIs) for turnaround and maintenance cost efficiency
• Gain understanding of procurement processes and the role of project controls in managing commitments and obligations
• Develop working knowledge of timekeeping and labor cost allocations for refinery and contractor staff
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline reporting or reduce manual processes

Benefits

• A multi-discipline program with meaningful, hands-on work experience
• Networking events coordinated by the New Grad Committee including group mentoring from senior/executive leaders, lunch ‘n learns, guest speakers, technical presentations, and holiday celebrations.
• Wide support network including direct leaders, program leads, human resource, peers, mentor(s), New Grad Committee, and buddy.
• Structured goal setting and performance evaluations.
• Opportunity to present work-term learnings to the Cenovus Leadership team.
• Students moving for their work term may be eligible to receive a lump sum relocation payment to assist with relocation expenses.
• Competitive pay
• Real-world development: Take ownership of meaningful projects and day-to-day accountabilities
• Mentorship & peer support: Technical mentorship and buddy programs
• Engaging events: career development sessions, networking opportunities and volunteer initiatives
• Relocation support: relocation assistance may be available
• Internal course offerings
• Education assistance for additional development
• Opportunities to work on special projects
• Leadership development programs for emerging and established leaders
• Support causes you care about with volunteer opportunities in and outside of work.
• Earn donation grants while volunteering (up to $1,000 per event).
• Receive donation matching up to $25,000 annually.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern