Local College Co-Op R&D

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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 youre looking for a challenge and meaningful role youre in the right place.

Dowhas an excitingpart-timecooperative education job opportunity available inMidland MI. This position is open to qualified and highly-committed college students enrolled in a fully accredited college or university located near theMidland Dow site. Unlike a short-term internship project outside of school terms this particular role is a long-term year-roundundergraduatestudent position --at leastone full year in duration --whilethe student is simultaneously taking classes toward an undergraduate degree. This opportunity offers the student valuable professional work experience in a dynamic multi-national corporation interfacing with colleagues and leaders in many different roles.

This program is designed for academically successful students who meet the specific jobandco-op program requirements listed below and who cansimultaneouslysucceed both in school and in a professional work environment. Technical key responsibilities include but not limited to: conducting laboratory experiments data analysis reporting and presentation of the results and conclusions.

Job Purpose

The position exists to provide technical/lab support for the Materials Discovery and Development organization in Core R&D in Midland MI. The individual will provide support to multidisciplinary teams under the guidance of senior technologists and researchers in the development of new catalysts new materials and technical solutions for a wide range of technology areas (e.g. coatings adhesives plastics silicones home and personal care etc.). Preferred candidates will have a positive attitude willingness to learn and a strong work ethic. Responsibilities will include analytical equipment operation and materials characterization utilizing a variety of techniques. The Material Discovery and Development organization also develops implements and utilizes high throughput methodologies; familiarity with multiple software platforms and automated equipment would be beneficial.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Analytical support through sample preparation instrument operation data work-up and documentation for a variety of analytical equipment.
• Operation of various bench-top lab equipment. (Electronic balances hydraulic presses mixers pH meters sieves and other process specific equipment).
• Support of chemical inventory system.
• Mechanical work such as assisting in reactor and vacuum pump maintenance.
• Conduct laboratory experiments data analysis reporting and presentation of the results and conclusions.
• Communication of data results to researchers.
• Cleaning reusable supplies stocking consumables assisting with support tasks as needed etc.
• Student must be able to deliver a quality work product pay attention to details prioritize tasks and follow through on details to completion.
• Student must be efficient and productive and be able to keep up with committed deadlines.
• Student should be able to take initiative on work that needs to be done ask for clarity or additional instruction when needed and be able to work independently as well as cooperatively with the team.
• Student should be flexible dependable cooperative and have a positive attitude.

Qualifications - Required education experience and abilities that are needed for this role (must haves)

• There is no required course of study for this position but students pursuing Chemistry Biochemistry Material Science or related science majors may be the best fit for this position.
• High school diploma/GED andalreadyenrolled at an accredited college or university located close to theMidland Dow site pursuing anundergraduatedegree.
• Successfullycompletea minimum of 6 credit hours per term during both the Fall and Winter terms(Sept-Apr).
• Able to begin work very soon usually within 3 weeks of the job offer and work year-roundat least20 hours each week ONLY during our regular business hours(8am-5pm Mon-Frimax 8 hours/day and 30/week during school).
• Commit to the role forat least1 full calendar year (BEFORE completing classes for your stated undergraduate degree or BEFORE transferring out of the area). Students availablelonger than one yearbefore completing their degree program are preferred.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality in commuting to work daily or at least 2 days a week; therefore dependable transportation dedication and time management skills are absolutely required.
• Registered/enrolled in their schools Cooperative Education Program before the first day at Dow and comply with the schools policies/requirements in addition to Dows for the duration of co-op employment.
• Since this is a Local Co-op position candidates must live within 50 miles of the Dow site to which they are applying
• 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 - An expanded list of qualifications that are nice to have but not essential

• Seeking high performing student with strong GPAs of 3.000.

Skills - Specific abilities and expertise required to perform tasks effectively in this role

• Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities follows through on commitments and delivers work reliably and on time.
• Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrates the ability to understand and manage ones own emotions while recognizing and responding appropriately to the emotions of others.
• DetailOriented: Consistently produces accurate highquality work by carefully reviewing details and minimizing errors.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with others by communicating openly supporting shared goals and contributing positively to team success.
• Workplace Relationships: Builds and maintains professional respectful relationships that foster trust collaboration and effective communication across the organization.

Additional Notes:

• Candidates who receive a job offer will be required to pass a background check and drug screen/medical evaluation and will verify school-related requirements and I-9 documentation before being hired into Dow.
• Any current Dow college co-ops wishing to transfer into this role must have been in their current roleat leastone full year must haveat leastone full year left before graduating or transferring out of the area and must have supervisor approval before applying toeachDow co-op job posting.
• We do not offer relocation for this position.

Benefits What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay your health your life your future and your bring your background talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets along with locally relevant incentives.
• Benefits and programs to support your physical mental financial and social well-being to help you get the care you you need it.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits savings opportunities financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees Savings Plan (401(k)) helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring work experiences community involvement and team building.
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing including adoptive and foster parents).
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Groups (ERG) participation.
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping cinema tickets gym memberships and more.
• Additionally some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team we can make a difference together.

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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