Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Spain
Tarragona (ESP)
Overview
Details
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
We are looking for an ambitious master's student (m/f) to support our research in the Packaging & Specialty Plastics business (P&SP) through an internship project at our location in Tarragona, Spain or Wiesbaden, Germany. P&SP is committed to being innovative, inclusive, customer-centric, and sustainability-driven. We focus on developing new technologies and applications to deliver value growth while making a positive impact on society and the planet.
Responsibilities
You will work on complex, top-notch R&D innovation projects related to polyethylene, polyolefin elastomers functional ethylene copolymers, recycled materials and/or compounded products, with guidance from experienced supervisors and support from our organization. Your responsibilities will include performing a thorough literature review, setting the hypothesis and building the design of experiment, taking care of generating significant results, interpreting them and driving useful conclusions.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our 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 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries.
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Eligibility
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Description of Ideal Candidate
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a master's degree or equivalent in engineering (chemical, materials and mechanical preferred), chemistry, or material science.
- Good working knowledge of English. (Knowledge of Spanish, German, Polish or French is a plus.)
- Laboratory experience including physical testing and/or extrusion is advantageous.
Your Skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Critical thinking, troubleshooting, and organizational skills are desired.
- Enthusiastic, respectful of project deadlines, and a good team player.
- Passion for materials and polymer science, along with innovative ideas.
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
Duration
The internship is for 6-9 months, starting in the second half of 2025 with possible starting date between September and March (exact timing flexible and to be discussed). Based on performance during this internship a conversion into a permanent role in Dow will be explored taking into account your preferences & Dow’s needs.
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