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

We are looking for you, an ambitious master’s or bachelor’s student (m/f), to support our Finance organization by doing an internship project in our Credit department in our location in Terneuzen, The Netherlands. The department that will welcome you is the Credit department within the PM&C Business Segment. This role will oversee the credit risk and trade accounts receivable of customers within one business portfolio. This role is a good entry point for someone with a financial or analytical mindset that is looking to enter Business Finance or expand their skillset in a technical risk role that is both business and customer facing and will work assisting experienced credit professionals in daily job.  

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the proper implementation and oversight of Dow’s credit policy
• Optimizing the credit risk/business reward balance
• Protecting and enhancing the company’s cash flow
• Ensuring prompt turnover of receivables
• Minimizing bad debt losses
• Contributing to long term customer satisfaction
• Supporting the company’s financial and business objectives including internal controls.

Qualifications

• You are currently studying for a Bachelor’s or master’s in accounting, Finance, Economics or Mathematics.
• You have a good working knowledge of English. German, Dutch or other European language will be a plus.
• You can start between NOVEMBER and MARCH 2024 for a period of 5-6 months (exact date and duration will be discussed).
• You have strong Excel skills.

Preferred Skills

• You have good learning skills.
• You have curiosity and initiative.
• You are organized, with solid analytical skills and communication skills; you pay attention to details and like to work in team.

Additional notes

• The internship position will have a hybrid way of working certain level of flexibility will be applied.

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.