Campus Internship 2025-2026 - R&D

Posted:
2/10/2026, 4:14:59 PM

Location(s):
Zeeland, Netherlands ⋅ Terneuzen, Zeeland, Netherlands

Experience Level(s):
Internship

Field(s):
Finance & Banking

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. 

We are seeking a motivated and curious R&D Intern to join our team in Terneuzen, Netherlands. In this role, you will support ongoing research and development initiatives, contribute to innovative projects, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to explore new ideas and technologies. This internship offers hands-on experience in a dynamic environment where creativity, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving skills are highly valued.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments, tests, or prototypes to support R&D projects.

  • Collect, organize, and interpret data, providing clear summaries and insights for the research team.

  • Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and other stakeholders to develop and refine concepts or product features.

  • Conduct background research on industry trends, technologies, and scientific advancements.

  • Prepare documentation, reports, and presentations to communicate project progress and findings.

  • Support day‑to‑day lab, technical, or project activities as needed to drive innovation and project completion.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in chemistry, physics, material science or similar. 

  • Good working knowledge of English.

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. 

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. ​​​​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 www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.