2026-2027 Campus Internship Research & Development (PhD)
Midland, MI - USA
Job Summary
At Dow we believe in putting people first and were passionate about delivering integrity respect and safety to our customers our employees and the planet.
Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. Were a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration.If youre looking for a challenge and meaningful role youre in the right place.
Dow has exciting opportunities for Intern Graduate PhD Scientists and Engineers within Research and Development (R&D). Opportunities exist across the R&D function and are aligned with various organizations and business units in a variety of locations including Texas Michigan Pennsylvania and other locations in North America.
We are seeking candidates who have expertise in one or more of the following areas: chemical engineering materials science chemistry polymer science theoretical modeling mechanical engineering data science and/or other related disciplines. As a graduate intern you will be responsible for solving diverse and open-ended problems driving initiatives that provide business and customer value and contribute to intellectual capital and incorporating innovative technologies into practice. You will have the opportunity to develop expertise as an industrial researcher collaborate across Dow teams to solve chemical- material- and industrial-related problems through both fundamental and applied research and contribute to Dows business and sustainability goals. The types of projects span from product research to process research to application development. Examples include new molecule or material synthesis process scale-up reaction engineering and study and application of structure-property relationships to new product development. The specific opportunities including project type geography and timing are variable.
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Required Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Material Science Polymer Science Computer Science Mathematics/Statistics Data Science or other related disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A minimum GPA of 3.000 (on a scale of 4.000).
Skills:
The following skills are necessary:
- Problem-Solving Skills: The role requires PhD scientists and engineers to solve diverse and open-ended problems which necessitates strong adaptability learning agility and analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Technical Skills: Developing broad and deep technical skills as an industrial researcher is a key aspect of the role. This includes expertise in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Materials Science Polymer Science Data Science Statistics or other related disciplines.
- Innovation and Technology Integration: Incorporating innovative technologies into practice is a significant part of the job highlighting the need for skills in ideation innovation and technology integration.
- Collaboration and Teamwork: The role involves collaborating across Dow teams and functions which requires excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Safety Mindset: This role requires a strong safety mindset which is a pillar of the culture at Dow.
- Business and Customer Value Orientation: Driving initiatives that provide business and customer value is crucial indicating the importance of understanding business needs and customer focus.
Additional notes
- Possession of a TWIC card or eligibility to obtain a TWIC card may be required for this position based on final hiring location. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements please see: (If unable to access link copy and paste in your browser.)
- Must be eligible to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws.
- Reliable attendance is an expectation of every Dow employee; therefore reliable transportation is required.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the worlds leading materials science companies serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging infrastructure mobility and consumer global breadth asset integration and scale focused innovation leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30countries and employ approximately36000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately$43 billionin 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative customer-centric inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting .
As part of our dedication to inclusion Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dows equal opportunities is available on .
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About Company
Dow is a materials science company that offers a wide range of products and services, including agricultural films, construction materials, and medical packaging. We are committed to innovation and sustainability.