2025-2026 Campus Graduate - Research & Development, Manufacturing & Engineering, and/or Information Systems (PhD)

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 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.

Please apply to this job posting if you have already been interviewed by a Dow recruiter on campus or virtually. After you apply, you will be contacted directly to arrange on-site interview(s) if specific positions are identified that fit your qualifications. Please keep in contact with your campus recruiter for status updates in the interim.

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Qualifications – Required education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that are needed for this role (must haves).

• A PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Data Science, Statistics or other engineering or science-related discipline is required.
• New graduates, those that expect to graduate by December 2026, and post-doctoral candidates should apply.

Skills:

The following skills are necessary:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum GPA of 2.700 (on a scale of 4.000) is preferred

Additional notes

• Some Dow facilities are positioned near navigable waterways and are deemed TWIC® facilities as per the Maritime Transportation Security Act. Please review this FAQ on TWIC® credentialing and acceptable documentation. If placed at a location that is deemed a TWIC facility, you must be willing and able to adhere to the TWIC credentialing requirements.
• The campus graduate recruitment process typically starts in the Summer time (July 2025) and will continue into early the following year (Jan/Feb 2026) until all ful