Campus Graduate - Research & Development; BS​/MS

Overview

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions and 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 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.

Required education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities (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.

The following skills are necessary:

• Problem-Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  ability to solve diverse problems to implement technical solutions with strong adaptability, learning agility, and analytical abilities.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  developing broad and deep technical skills in fields such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or related disciplines.
• Innovation and Technology Integration: ability to incorporate innovative technologies into practice.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: ability to collaborate across Dow teams.
• Safety Mindset: strong safety mindset as a pillar of Dow’s culture.
• Business and Customer Value Orientation: ability to drive initiatives that provide business and customer value.

• A minimum GPA of 2.700 (on a 4.000 scale) is preferred.

• The campus graduate recruitment process typically starts in the Summer (July 2025) and continues into early the following year (Jan/Feb 2026) until all full-time positions are filled. After you apply, you will be contacted directly if specific positions are identified that fit your qualifications.

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 career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

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