Campus Graduate - Research & Development; BS​/MS

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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.

About you and this role - What you would do in this role

Dow has exciting opportunities for new graduate Bachelor and Masters candidates who are interested in a career in Research & Development in locations such as Texas, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and other locations in North America. As a BS/MS researcher, you will be responsible for developing and implementing technical solutions, optimizing processes and applications that align with business and customer goals, and staying current with developments in relevant areas of technology.

You will have the opportunity to develop problem-solving skills in one or more areas of technology, assist in the deployment of new products and technologies, troubleshoot and solve customer problems, and contribute to Dow’s broader business and sustainability goals. Opportunities exist across the R&D function, including in process research, technical service & development, pilot plant technology, and data science/engineering, and are aligned with various business units.

Please apply to this job posting if you have already been interviewed by a Dow recruiter on campus, at a conference, or virtually. After you apply, you will be directly contacted to arrange onsite interview(s) if specific positions are identified that fit your qualifications. Please keep in contact with your campus recruiter for status updates in the interim.

For more information about Science and Sustainability at Dow, visit our website.

Qualifications – Required education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that are needed for this role (must haves).

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science or other science or engineering-related discipline is required.
• New graduates and those that expect to graduate by December 2026 should apply.
• 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:
  
  The role requires scientists and engineers to solve diverse problems to implement technical solutions, 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, 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 innovation and technology integration.
• Collaboration and Teamwork:
  The role involves collaborating across Dow teams, 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…