Local College Co-op: Consumer Solutions R&D Admin

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:
 

Dow is offering an exciting part‑time cooperative (co‑op) position located in Midland, MI. The position exists to provide administrative support for the Dow Consumers Solutions – Process R&D organization.

This is a long‑term, year‑round opportunity for undergraduate students who are enrolled at a fully accredited college or university located near the Midland Dow site. Unlike a short‑term summer internship, this role is designed to last at least one year and allows students to work part‑time while continuing their coursework.

As a co‑op at Dow, students gain hands‑on professional experience in a global organization and have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and leaders across a variety of roles. This program is intended for academically strong students who can successfully balance both school and professional work responsibilities and who meet the program and position requirements outlined below.

Responsibilities:

Serve as Safety Admin for the department, including completing monthly reporting requirements

• Employee onboarding and offboarding

• Enter Purchase Orders for team

• File share and team room support

• Schedule meetings, along with all logistics (visitor passes, order food, conference room location), as requested

• Input work requests

• Modify distribution lists

• Modify Office personnel list for group/organization

• Department errands

• Provide back up support to other department co-ops and Admin team.

This role will also include building responsibilities:

• Sort/distribute mail

• Order/organize supplies for building and kitchen

• Manage building conference rooms

• Contact for building printers

• Order supplies (office, kitchen, etc.) and submit expense reports

• Organize catering or lunches for leadership team meetings as needed

• Office updates (i.e., name tags, keys, update occupancy report)

• Order/manage Cintas Uniform Requests

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Live within 50 miles of the Dow site.

• High school diploma or GED, with current enrollment in an accredited college or university near the Midland Dow site, pursuing an undergraduate degree.

• Maintain a minimum of 6 credit hours during both the fall and winter semesters (~September–April).

• Available to begin within approximately 4–6 weeks of offer acceptance and committed to working year-round at a minimum of 16 hours per week during standard business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; up to 8 hours/day and 30 hours/week during the academic year).

• Commit to the role for a minimum of 1 full calendar year prior to completing your undergraduate degree or relocating outside the area. Students with availability beyond one year are preferred.

• Consistent attendance and punctuality for in-office work (minimum 3 days per week) required, supported by reliable transportation and strong time management skills.

• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.  No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Seeking high performing student with strong GPAs of 3.000+.

Your Skills:

• Stakeholder Engagement: Comfortable working with a variety of people and building positive working relationships with both internal teams and external partners. Open to learning how to navigate different perspectives and contribute to team success.