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

About the role

Dow offers exciting opportunities for new graduate PhD and post‑doc scientists and engineers interested in careers in Research and Development (R&D), 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 solve diverse and open‑ended problems, drive initiatives that provide business and customer value, contribute to intellectual capital, incorporate innovative technologies into practice, 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.

Responsibilities

• Solve diverse and open‑ended problems
• Drive initiatives that provide business and customer value
• Contribute to intellectual capital
• Incorporate innovative technologies into practice
• Develop broad and deep technical skills as an industrial researcher
• Collaborate across Dow teams and functions
• Contribute to Dow’s business and sustainability goals

Qualifications

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).
• No more than three (3) years of relevant post‑doc or full‑time work experience post‑graduation.
• Eligibility to comply with federally mandated U.S. export control laws.
• Possession of a TWIC card or eligibility to obtain a TWIC card may be required based on final hiring location.
• This role is part of Dow’s Early Career Program, designed for individuals early in their professional journey.

Skills

• Problem‑Solving Skills: strong adaptability, learning agility, analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Technical Skills: expertise in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or other related disciplines.
• Innovation and Technology Integration: skills in ideation, innovation, and technology integration.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Safety Mindset: strong safety mindset.
• Business and Customer Value Orientation: understanding business needs and customer focus.

Benefits

• Benefits and programs to support physical, mental, financial, and social well‑being.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company‑provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources.
• Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies by location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only) – Dow applies the value of monthly student debt payments as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)).
• Robust medical and life insurance packages with various coverage options; travel insurance available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building.
• Workplace culture empowering role‑based