Intern/Co-op - Accounting (Summer 2027)

About the role

An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Location: Findlay, Ohio (additional locations: Canton, Ohio; Catlettsburg, Kentucky; Denver, Colorado; Robinson, Illinois; San Antonio, Texas; Texas City, Texas; Wilmington, California).

Responsibilities

• Receive on-the-job training related to the dynamics of the petroleum industry, the specifics of your job assignment, and the use of various software programs.
• Analyzing and processing of business documents;
• Analysis of accounting and financial data in order to prepare proper financial statement journal entries;
• Preparation of general ledger account reconcilements;
• Preparation of tax information;
• Testing SOX and Non-SOX controls in auditing;
• Assistance in preparing budgets;
• Interface with a variety of departments outside of the Controller's Organization, developing collaborative relationships;
• Should you choose a career with Marathon, additional responsibilities will be added as you progress: more complex accounting and analysis activities, presentation of new ideas and concepts in formal meetings;
• Creative thought in enhancing existing accounting processes, or development of new processes to enhance efficiency, is encouraged;
• Opportunities to work with and mentor less experienced accountants, or perform as the lead analyst in an accounting section;
• The Controller's Organization is committed to developing accountants by providing experience in as many areas of the business as practical;
• Accountants that demonstrate exceptional proficiency are eligible for opportunities within other areas of the Company, where analytical skills are highly valued;
• Accountants often transfer to operational components such as Refining, Commercial, Logistics & Storage, Pipeline and Gathering & Processing;
• Opportunities exist in Tax, Internal Audit, Finance & Treasury, Business Development, and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Required Major: Accounting (strong academic performance)
• 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.
• Positions are available spring, summer, and fall semesters.
• Concurrent enrollment in a bachelor's degree (or higher) seeking program for the duration of the experience.
• Must be able to provide reliable transportation to and from place of work.
• Military experience a plus.
• Availability to work 40 hours per week.

Pay

MIN - $21.63 per hour / MAX - $27.04 per hour

Benefits

• Access to health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k matching program
• Paid parental leave
• Educational reimbursement
• Discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program