High School Co-op - Midland (2025-2026 High School Seniors)

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. 

 
Dow, located in the Midland, MI Area, is seeking local qualified, highly committed individuals for cooperative education employment while the student is in their senior year of high school (2025-2026).  This program is for already-successful high school students who meet all of the listed requirements and can simultaneously succeed both in school and in a professional work environment. 

This year we have several opportunities for Co-ops supporting Manufacturing and Engineering, Human Resources, and Public Affairs groups. 

JOB PURPOSE 

The high school positions provide basic support for various departments or buildings.  Positions are usually in office environments, but occasionally there is a need in a laboratory or production environment.  This opportunity gives the student exposure to several different roles, careers, environments and people while handling necessary entry-level work in support of the department.  This is also an opportunity to broaden interpersonal and time management skills since the Dow work environment is much different than home, school or most other work environments available to students. 

These positions are primarily onsite. Any periodic remote work arrangements will be discussed between the co-op and their supervisor. 

Key Job Responsibilities 

Included, but not limited to: 

• Creating, reviewing, and updating new and existing user documentation. 
• Gathering program requirements and user feedback. 
• Computer work using Microsoft Office applications, file servers, internal websites, etc. 
• Paperwork or basic office responsibilities utilizing various equipment (copy machines, faxing, scanning, multi-line phones, etc.) 
• Errands and escorting visitors 
• Organizing, filing, stocking, and/or help with managing supply inventories 
• Willingness to do whatever is needed to assist the team with necessary work and changing priorities 

Required & Preferred Qualifications 

• Student must be able to deliver a quality work product, pay attention to details, prioritize tasks, and follow through on details to completion. 
• Student must be efficient and productive and be able to keep up with deadlines committed to. 
• Student should be able to take initiative on work that needs to be done, ask for clarity or additional instruction when needed, and be able to work independently as well as cooperatively with the team. 
• Student should be flexible, cooperative and have a posit