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.

If you want to jump-start your career, we encourage you to sign up for this Dow talent pool. Important - This is NOT an individual job opening; our HR department will review your application. Only if your profile matches the requirements of a future position, then our recruitment team will consider contacting you.

We are looking for ambitious students (m/f) to support our Manufacturing & Engineering (M&E) organization at our locations in the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Italy and Germany.

Our M&E organization offers great career opportunities in a global and international environment. Our organization includes several sub-teams such as Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I), Maintenance, Engineering and environmental Health and Safety (EH&S). You will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work on projects that align with your interests and career goals.

Potential responsibilities

• Contribute to process, maintenance or reliability activities, including operation support, optimization, modifications, and/or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support safe, reliable, and sustainable plant operations, with a strong focus on health, safety, and environmental performance.
• Work closely with experienced engineers, operators, and/or cross‑functional teams on day‑to‑day operations and project work.
• Actively develop engineering knowledge and skills by applying fundamentals in day‑to‑day operational and project activities, supported by on‑the‑job training and mentorship.

Qualifications

• You are currently studying for a bachelor’s or master’s in process, mechanical, electrical, industrial, chemical engineering or related field.
• You have a good working knowledge of English. Other languages like Dutch, Spanish, French and German are considered a plus.
• You are looking to do an internship for 5 to 6 months.

Your skills

• Good communicator
• Strong problem-solving abilities and technical expertise.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

What this internships offer you:

• Gain hands-on experience in manufacturing, communication, networking, etc.
• Be a valued member of a dynamic team and manage your desk and workload in line with the responsibilities you are given.
• Explore Career Opportunities in Dow - by working in the field you have chosen you will receive an inside look at your potential career path.
• Network - meet a variety of Dow employees in your chosen profession through your internship, allowing you to form relationships you can build on in the future.

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

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.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. 
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. 
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. 
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. 
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. 
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).  
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.  
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. 
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

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.