2026-2027 Campus Graduate - Research & Development, Manufacturing & Engineering, and/or Information Systems (PhD)

Dow; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable pay

Bonus opportunity

Insurance (medical & life)

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase

Wellbeing program

On-site fitness

Job summary

Dow is seeking new graduate PhD scientists and engineers for roles across R&D, Manufacturing & Engineering, ISC, and IS in North America. You will tackle diverse problems, apply innovative technologies, and collaborate across Dow teams while supporting business and sustainability goals. This early career program emphasizes developing broad technical skills and professional growth.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant discipline with graduation date by November 2027.
• Eligible for U.S. export control compliance.

Responsibilities

• Solve open-ended problems in R&D and other functions.
• Collaborate across Dow teams to drive value and innovation.
• Contribute to Dow’s sustainability goals and intellectual capital.

Skills

Problem solving

Learning agility

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Education

PhD in Chemistry

PhD in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Materials Science

PhD in Polymer Science

PhD in Data Science

Job description

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 - What you would do in this role

Dow has exciting opportunities for new graduate PhD and post-doc scientists and Engineers interested in careers in Research and Development (R&D), as well as in other functions including Manufacturing & Engineering (M&E), Integrated Supply Chain (ISC), and Information Systems (IS) aligned with various business units in Texas, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and other locations in North America. As a PhD scientist or engineer, you will be responsible for solving diverse and open-ended problems, driving initiatives that provide business and customer value and contribute to intellectual capital, and incorporating innovative technologies into practice. You will have the opportunity to develop broad and deep technical skills as an industrial researcher, collaborate across Dow teams and functions, and contribute to Dow’s business and sustainability goals. For more information about Science and Sustainability at Dow, visit our website.

Required Qualifications

• A PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Computer Science, Mathematics/Statistics, Data Science or other related discipline.
• A graduation date of no later than November 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum GPA of 3.00 (on a scale of 4.000).

Skills

• Problem-Solving Skills: The role requires PhD scientists and engineers to solve diverse and open-ended problems, which necessitates strong adaptability, learning agility, and analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Technical Skills: Developing broad and deep technical skills as an industrial researcher is a key aspect of the role. This includes expertise in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or other related disciplines.
• Innovation and Technology Integration: Incorporating innovative technologies into practice is a significant part of the job, highlighting the need for skills in ideation, innovation, and technology integration.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: The role involves collaborating across Dow teams and functions, which requires excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Safety Mindset: This role requires a strong safety mindset, which is a pillar of the culture at Dow.
• Business and Customer Value Orientation: Driving initiatives that provide business and customer value is crucial, indicating the importance of understanding business needs and customer focus.

Additional notes

Must be eligible to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws.

Possession of a TWIC card or eligibility to obtain a TWIC card may be required for this position based on final hiring location. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.)

Candidates should have no more than three (3) years of relevant post doc or full-time work experience post-graduation. This role is part of our Early Career Program and is designed for individuals early in their professional journey.

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.
• 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. Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history.

We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.

Dow is a company of more than 36,500 global innovators, believers and solutions providers. We are a diverse community marked by respect, integrity, and a desire to make the world a better place. A career at Dow is an invitation to explore, create, and make valuable contributions to human progress.