Accounting & Finance Student - OH (Summer 2026)

Cenovus Energy•Columbus, OH

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. Note: The application deadline for this position is February 28th, 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 either January 2026 or May 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.

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

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.
Candidates must have their own means of transportation as there is no public transportation in field locations.
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
Employee Giving and Volunteering Program, Cenovus Cares, connects our people to our purpose, inspiring action and elevating impact year-round.
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.
Staff resource groups: We have various staff resource groups to help ensure our people feel a sense of belonging and can grow and do their best work. These voluntary groups are employee-led and all groups are open to all staff in all locations.