2025-2026 Campus Internship - Research & Development (AS/BS)

Dow Chemical • Midland, TX

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About The Position

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re 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. We’re 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 you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. Dow has exciting opportunities for Intern Undergraduate Scientists within Research and Development (R&D). Opportunities exist across the R&D function and are aligned with various organizations and business units in Texas, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and other locations in NA. As an undergraduate intern you will be responsible for supporting one or two projects in R&D and will partner with research scientists to drive these projects to completion. You will have the opportunity to work with collaborative project teams to solve chemical- and material-related problems through both fundamental and applied research. The types of projects span from product research to process research to application development. To stay connected with Dow, join our Talent Community for email alerts of new job opportunities that match your interest and events taking place in your area.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma/GED and currently enrolled in an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program in a laboratory science, technology, or engineering field
• Reliable attendance is an expectation of every Dow employee, therefore reliable transportation is required.
• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.
• No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to apply critical problem-solving skills to solve chemical and material related problems.
• Technical Skills: Lab technical skills is a key aspect of the role. This includes expertise in laboratory science, technology, or engineering field.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum GPA of 3.000 (on a scale of 4.000) is preferred

Responsibilities

• Supporting one or two projects in R&D
• Partnering with research scientists to drive projects to completion
• Working with collaborative project teams to solve chemical- and material-related problems through both fundamental and applied research

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees