Accounting Intern

Job Description

Intern/Co-op – Accounting (Summer 2027) | Marathon Petroleum Corporation

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at Marathon Petroleum Corporation, an energy industry leader with opportunities available in Findlay, San Antonio, Denver, Canton, Catlettsburg, Robinson, Texas City, and Wilmington. The company is committed to being a great place to work, fostering an environment that welcomes new ideas and encourages diverse perspectives. This role provides on-the-job training in the petroleum industry and specific accounting assignments. Interns contribute to various accounting functions while developing skills and exploring career paths within the organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Location: Findlay, Ohio; San Antonio, Texas; Denver, Colorado; Canton, Ohio; Catlettsburg, Kentucky; Robinson, Illinois; Texas City, Texas; Wilmington, California
• Pay: $21.63–$27.04 hourly
• Team: Controller’s Organization
• Mission: To provide on-the-job training and contribute to accounting and financial operations within the petroleum industry.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Analyze: Analyze and process business documents, including accounting and financial data.
• Prepare: Prepare accurate financial statement journal entries and general ledger account reconcilements.
• Support: Assist in preparing budgets and gathering necessary tax information.
• Test: Conduct testing of SOX and Non-SOX controls within auditing processes.
• Collaborate: Interface with various departments to develop cross-functional relationships.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level position. Candidates must be concurrently enrolled in a bachelor’s or higher degree-seeking program for the duration of the experience, with an Accounting major preferred but other business majors considered.
• Experience: Strong academic performance is required. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Skills: Ability to analyze accounting and financial data. Ability to use various software programs (with training provided).
• Bonus: Military experience is a plus.