Local College Co-op - HR Legal & Office of Ethics and Compliance

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 an exciting part-time cooperative education job opportunity available in Midland, MI. This position is open to qualified and highly-committed college students enrolled in a fully accredited college or university located very close to the Midland Dow site.

Unlike a short-term internship project outside of school terms, this particular role is a long-term, year-round, undergraduate student position -- at least one full year in duration -- while the 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 ALL of the specific job and co-op program requirements listed below and who can simultaneously succeed both in school and in a professional work environment.

The position exists to provide administrative support to the Ethics & Employment Law Group.

Key responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Administratively assist the Ethics and Employment Law group with various employee and benefit issues Scheduling meetings Running errands Filing, copying, and scanning documents Answering a multi-line phone system Proofreading and editing documents Opening and distributing mail Assisting other co-op’s with other various miscellaneous duties Submitting monthly expense reports for the group Scheduling travel when necessary Back up administrative assistant when needed

There is no required course of study for this position, but students pursuing legal studies, business, human resources, or communications majors may be the best fit for this position. Candidate must be able to lift 5-10 lbs. (mainly boxes) with or without reasonable accommodations. Candidate must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle. Student must be able to deliver a quality work product, pay attention to details, prioritize tasks, be organized, and follow through on details to completion.

Student must be efficient and productive and be able to keep up with deadlines committed to. 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, cooperative and have a positive attitude.

Student must demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, and maturity in handling sensitive and confidential matters. Preferred Skills Planning and Organizing
- Prioritizes tasks, manages schedules, and delivers work on time Attention to Detail
- Produces accurate work and maintains organized records and documentation Collaboration
- Works cooperatively with team members and supports shared objectives Effective Communication
- Shares information clearly and professionally through verbal and written communication Taking Initiative
- Proactively identifies needs, seeks…