Operations Intern/Co-op: Engineer Safe, Efficient Plants

Dow Chemical; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow is seeking undergraduate and graduate engineering students for Internship/Alternating Term Co‑op opportunities in Operations to start in Spring, Summer, or Fall. Roles span Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Materials Science/Metallurgical Engineering.

You’ll support plant safety, operation, maintenance, and tech implementation, with 12–14 week terms and relocation possibilities across the U.S.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or Materials Science/Metallurgical Engineering.
• U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship not available for this position.
• ABET accreditation and relocation willingness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to plant operating personnel to maintain safe, reliable operations.
• Engage in maintenance, process improvements, and project execution.
• Contribute to safety, yield optimization, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Assist with new technology implementation and process control activities.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Quantitative Data Analysis & Visualiz

Project Management

Troubleshooting/Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical/Mechanical/Civil/Electrical or Materials Science/Metallurgical Engineering

Job description

Dow is seeking undergraduate and graduate engineering students for Internship/Alternating Term Co‑op opportunities in Operations to start in Spring, Summer, or Fall. Roles span Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Materials Science/Metallurgical Engineering.

You’ll support plant safety, operation, maintenance, and tech implementation, with 12–14 week terms and relocation possibilities across the U.S.