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

Internship opportunities exist in Dow’s Global Purchasing team for individuals who are working towards a degree in Engineering or a Business-related degree such as Marketing, Supply Chain, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Communications. We are interested in individuals who are motivated by the challenges and rewards of working for a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and change.

Dow’s Global Purchasing organization consists of diverse top caliber people who draw on leading-edge technologies and best-in-class strategies to perform their roles.  The combination of size, scope and geographic reach, diversity, and individual empowerment and accountability is what distinguishes Dow from other companies.

At Dow, we look for highly motivated individuals who are passionate about being part of a best-in-class global Purchasing team that enables the Company to meet its business and corporate objectives. We seek to build a diverse workforce of professionals who can succeed in a global team environment made up of a cross section of disciplines, both technical and non-technical.  In addition to excellent negotiation and business skills, Dow’s Global Purchasing professionals need superior communication and interpersonal abilities necessary to prosper within a global matrix structure.

Specifically, we are offering an internship opportunity (Master Thesis) in Dow’s Global Purchasing Department in Terneuzen, The Netherlands. During this internship you will support Dow’s work closing the gender gap in logistics, promoting diversity, innovation, and better business outcomes for all.

Responsibilities

• Explore gender diversity issues in the logistics industry, focusing on barriers to entry, retention, and advancement for women
• Investigate existing policies, practices, and initiatives that support gender equality in the logistics sector across Europe
• Collect data through surveys, interviews, or focus groups involving women currently working in the logistics industry
• Conduct case studies with organizations in logistics to understand best practices and challenges in fostering gender equality
• Analyze publicly available industry data on gender diversity, wages, career progression, and representation in leadership roles within logistics companies
• Work with logistics companies that are part of the consortium to understand their internal policies and programs regarding gender diversity
• Establish partnerships with at least two logistics companies to pilot gender-diversity initiatives or collect in-depth data
• Set and follow a clear project timeline, with regular progress updates to both the academic supervisor and a consortium representative
• Participate in at least one workshop or seminar organized by the consortium to understand current trends and issues in the logistics industry

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Master’s degree in Engineering or a Business related major, such as Marketing, Supply Chain, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Communications
• Performing the internship as part of a Master Thesis project

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 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. 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 the diversity of our workforce, 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.