2026 U.S Apprenticeship Program – Houston Hub

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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.

About You and This Role

We are seeking candidates for exciting and rewarding Apprenticeship opportunities available at our facilitiesin Houston TX Deer Park TX La Porte TX and Texas City TX within the U.S. Apprenticeship Program.

As part of the U.S. Apprenticeship Program Apprentices participate in a 2-3 year program offering hands-on work experience in our chemical plants while attending community college to earn a company-paid Associates degree. During the program Apprentices will be offered paid tuition wages and some benefits. Upon successful completion of the program Apprentices will have earned an Associates Degree in one of several technical disciplines. Apprentices will report to an Apprenticeship Program Leader who will support the Apprentice throughout the apprenticeship program. Apprentices who successfully complete the program will also be highly considered for a job within the company.

Individuals selected to fill an available Apprentice opening will be required to sign an offer letter that will commit them to working for Dow for 2 years upon being offered a full-time position.

The hourly rate of pay for this role will be at least $25.38. The exact pay rate will be communicated if you are chosen to receive an offer of employment. The hourly pay rate is set by the Company and is non-negotiable.

Expected hire date for these opportunities is June 8th 2026; but it could go onto August 3rd 2026 at the latest.

Responsibilities

Apprenticeship Opportunities are available in the following fields: Process Technician Instrument Technician and Millwright Technician.

Process Technician

Process Technicians operate equipment in assigned areas of the plant and perform operations related activities per the work process. They utilize chemical manufacturing knowledge and experience to operate and troubleshoot the plant in a safe and efficient manner. One Process Technician could be placed in our Gulf Cost Pipeline team.

Primary Responsibilities and Key Skills

• Routine operation of basic control systems and devices to monitor levels temperatures pressures and flow rates and transfer of products.
• Controlling monitoring and adjustment of all control systems and manually operated equipment.
• Properly lifting hoses bolt flanges and operate valves and similar equipment including the proper clearing and isolation of equipment.
• Following operating discipline procedures and practices to ensure a safe and efficient operation of assigned duties.
• Troubleshoot process product quality safety and environmental problems and identify equipment requiring maintenance.
• How to perform maintenance and project work safely and efficiently.
• Clearing and tagging equipment as required and issuing Safe Work Permits for maintenance and project work.
• Performing all duties with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship.

Millwright/Mechanical Technician

Millwright/Mechanical Technicians install maintain troubleshoot and repair process and mechanical equipment used in industrial processing. The mechanical equipment may include ANSI (American National Standards Institute) pumps various types of compressors blowers fans gearboxes mixers and agitators.

Primary Responsibilities and Key Skills

• Maintaining and repairing all types of mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshooting diagnosing and replacing defective equipment parts.
• Reading blueprints and design drawings.
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Procedure use - this includes field use review revision and development of procedures.

Instrument Technician

Instrument Technicians install maintain and repair the measuring and control instruments used in industrial processing. They work with a wide variety of pneumatic electronic and microcomputer instruments used to measure and control variables such as pressure flow temperature level motion force and chemical composition to support the process plants.

Primary Responsibilities and Key Skills

• Maintaining and repairing all types of instrument systems.

• Troubleshooting diagnosing and replacing defective components on instrumentation.

• Reading electrical logic and loop diagrams.

• Electronic troubleshooting and repair skills.

• Procedure use - this includes field use review revision and development of procedures.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Individuals who are currently enrolled in high school or college or have graduated or received a GED within the last two yearswill be required to provide official transcripts/GED scores prior to beinginvited to an onsite interview.
• Must have completed Algebra or Technical Math and Science coursework in High School per graduation requirements. Completion of Chemistry and / or Physics coursework in High School is preferred.

• If already enrolled in the degree program related to the field you applied for or have credits that would transfer toward it individualmust have nolessthan2 full semesters remaining toward the applicable degree.

• After an offer of employment but prior to date of hire must complete college entrance exams / assessments at the community college to be attended. Must not be required to take any remedial or transitional coursework.
• Preferred educational qualification: minimum GPA of 2.500 out of 4.000 if you are currently enrolled in high school or college OR you have graduated from high school or college or obtained a GED within the last 2 years

Additional Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older on or before your start date.
• Must have a current valid US drivers license or the ability to obtain prior to your start date. Please note that before being cleared to report to work you will be required to successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Records check to verify the status of your drivers license.
• Be able to work all applicable shifts on a rotating basis (including weekends & holidays) and work overtime when needed.
• 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.

Preferred Skills

• Active Learning: Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and actively participate in training programs to gain a thorough understanding of manufacturing processes safety protocols and quality standards.
• Time Management: Effectively manage time to ensure completion of tasks and upholding to production schedules while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• Enthusiasm for Learning: Proactively seek opportunities to learn new skills and improve existing ones demonstrating initiative and a commitment to continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and techniques.
• Troubleshooting (Problem-Solving): Skills in identifying and resolving processes product quality safety and environmental issues.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Ability in handling equipment and performing maintenance tasks.
• Environment Health and Safety: Commitment to performing duties safely and with environmental responsibility.
• Communication: Coordinating with co-workers and other team members effectively.

Physical Demands

• Willing and able to meet physical demands of the job with or without reasonable accommodations:
• Lift 50 pounds lift hoses bolt flanges and operate valves and similar equipment routinely.
• Climb ladders/stairs and work at heights.
• Work in tight or closed-in spaces.
• Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE) including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 300lbs.
• Work comfortably and safely at elevated heights. Candidates must be familiar with or willing to undergo training in the proper usage and maintenance of safety equipment to ensure safe movement and operations at heights.

Additional Notes:

• Relocation assistance is not provided.
• Reliable attendance is an expectation of every Dow employee therefore the successful candidate must be able to provide their own reliable transportation to the plant site daily. Our plant sites are not on public transportation routes hence: Uber Lyft and other similar public transportation means (Subways Trains Buses etc.) are typically not available to reliably access the work location due to site security measures.

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 .

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