Talent Pool for Campus Internship 2027 – Research

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 this talent pool
Looking for an internship starting between January and October 2027, but not seeing any open positions on our website? We then encourage you to sign up for this Dow talent pool. Important - This is NOT an individual job opening. If your profile matches a future internship position, our recruiting team will contact you directly.About you
We are looking for bachelor’s and master’s students (m/f) to support our Research & Development teams located in either the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Italy, Sweden or the United Kingdom.

Our Research & Development teams contribute to innovative projects in materials science, sustainability, product development, and advanced analytical science. You will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work on projects that align with your interests and career goals.

Potential domains and responsibilities

Characterization & Analytical Science: Perform analytical testing on chemical and polymeric materials using advanced techniques to evaluate performance, quality, and structure–property relationships. Product Development: Assist in designing, formulating, and testing new materials or concepts through lab experiments, data interpretation, and prototype creation. Sustainability & Recycling: Contribute to circularity and recycling initiatives by evaluating sustainable solutions, assessing environmental impact, and supporting process improvements. Technical Service & Development (TS&D): Support the development, optimization, and application testing of innovative materials for customer‑focused projects and performance evaluations. Process R&D: Assist with process optimization, scale‑up studies, and pilot‑plant activities to support efficient, safe, and sustainable manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

You are currently studying for a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, material science, chemical engineering or related field. You have a good working knowledge of English. Other languages like Dutch, French, Italian, and Swedish are considered a plus. You are looking to do an internship for 6 to 9 months starting between January and October 2027 (exact timing to be discussed). You can legally work in one of the following countries due to EU-citizenship or already obtained student visa: the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Italy, Sweden or United Kingdom.

What an internship at Dow offers you:

Mentorship – Have a buddy assigned to you from day one who is invested in your development and will support you throughout your internship. Innovation - Work on real-world challenges and contribute to projects that help shape the future of materials science and sustainability. Development – Build technical, problem-solving and communication skills while working alongside highly experienced scientists, engineers, and technicians who teach you the ins and outs of the job. Diversity and inclusion – Work with colleagues from all over the world and join our Employee Resource Groups; which organize cultural, networking and learning activities. Explore Career Opportunities in Dow – Gain experience within a global company, learn how different teams collaborate, and discover potential career paths at Dow.

Benefits – What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savi