Dow

co-op

July 2018 • Midland, MI

What I liked

I like the opportunity to network and get my foot in the door at Dow

What I wish was different

There have been a lot of changes in the company. It's hard to get my bearings with all the change.

Advice

Take initiative and be proactive in the role. And don't give up looking for a role.

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College co-op

May - August 2019 • Midland, MI

What I liked

People I worked with

What I wish was different

More engaging projects

Advice

Always behave in a professional manner

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Chemical Engineering Intern

May - August 2018 • Seadrift, TX

What I liked

Learning real life engineering processes

What I wish was different

Networking

Advice

Be yourself and be confident

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Local College co op

July 2022 • Midland, MI

What I liked

Love the exposure to the fast paced business world at a large corporation.

What I wish was different

The rollover to internships

Advice

Take chances and apply! I have gained so much knowledge from the Dow HR department.

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Maintence Engineer Intern

May - August 2019 • Freeport, TX

What I liked

I loved the openness of the company. They were committed to making sure their employees felt comfortable in the workplace and made sure us interns and co-ops felt as valuable to the company as the full time employees.

What I wish was different

I just wish I had other opportunities to see more of the various parts of the plant while I was there.

Advice

I would say if you get curious about any of the other sections of the business do not hesitate to ask because they will gladly show you. Also to make the best of your time while at the internship by involving yourself with the various Employee Interest Groups because that is where you'll meet other employees in different branches and other interns.

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HR Accounting Intern

May - August 2016 • Midland, MI

What I liked

Very friendly and helpful work environment and the organizational culture is inclusive with a focus on success

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time in the role. I was just beginning to get a good understanding of my tasks when the internship ended.

Advice

Stay focused, complete your work quickly and efficiently, be approachable and memorable and most of all - build a network with as many people as possible while you have the oppprtunity

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Improvement Engineering co-op

May - August 2022 • Plaquemine, LA

What I liked

My team was a good mix of being hands-on and allowing me to be independent. I learned a lot that I hadn't even learned in the classroom yet and was able to become a better engineer all around.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

Don't be afraid to admit you don't know something or ask questions. It's all part of the learning experience!

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Engineering Intern

June - August 2020 • New Orleans, LA

What I liked

The people, the structured organization, and the variety of projects

What I wish was different

Not having been virtual (Covid-19)

Advice

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Human Resources Payroll Co-Op

August 2017 • Midland, MI

What I liked

I enjoyed the freedom that I had to come and go when needed within the business hours. I was able to pick the times I wanted to work between 7:30-5pm and choose to take an hour or 30 minute lunch. I also really enjoyed my work environment and co-workers and was able to see what payroll, benefits, compensations and talent lifecycle functions do on a daily basis.

What I wish was different

I really enjoyed my time. I was busy with work throughout the year I spent there.

Advice

Get to know those who you work with and others in functions of the business that you are interested in. Networking and making connections helped me see what Dow has to offer and the different roles they offer. It also allowed me to make personal connections of those I worked with that helped me feel apart of an awesome work family!

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Process Automation Engineer Co-OP

May - August 2019 • Deer Park, TX

What I liked

I loved that I was given actual projects and really enjoyed working with the other engineers to execute them. Felt like I was adding value to the team.

What I wish was different

I wish I would have gotten out of my shell more and pitch in more during team meetings.

Advice

Ask questions if you don't understand anything. Its ok if you don't know what you're doing as long as you come with an open mind and a ready to learn attitude you'll succeed.

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Chemistry Research Intern

May - August 2018 • Midland, MI

What I liked

It was great for learning what it's like to work at a large corporation and the day-to-day activities of research and development.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Improvement Engineer

May - August 2019 • Seadrift, TX

What I liked

They gave me real projects that needed to be completed, not just busy work.

What I wish was different

I wish there was more to do after work.

Advice

Ask lots of questions, network with employees outside of your unit.

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Supply Chain Intern

May - August 2018 • Midland, MI

What I liked

the experience helped me discover what environment i could work for, also what type of work i want to do.

What I wish was different

Took it more seriously. Had something more related to my actual major.

Advice

Take any experience but have it be something you could actually be doing after graduation.

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Run Plant Engineer Co-Op

May - August 2018 • Plaquemine, LA

What I liked

My team, they made me feel at home and challenged me daily. They taught me at every available opportunity.

What I wish was different

I wish I had a mentor outside of my plant.

Advice

To learn as much as possible.

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Polyethylene production engineering intern

June - August 2020 • New Orleans, LA

What I liked

The people

What I wish was different

The virtual environment/pandemic

Advice

1:1 virtual meetings help foster connection despite working remotely

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co-op

July 2019 • Houston, TX

What I liked

Culture

What I wish was different

Everything is good!

Advice

Work hard!

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Supply Chain Intern

May - August 2019 • Midland, MI

What I liked

Good community, great work experience

What I wish was different

Some interns worked very closely, others were separated out. More consistency would be nice.

Advice

Positive attitude and work hard! Hang out with other interns and coworkers.

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Finance Intern - Enterprise Working Capital and Credit Risk

June - August 2020 • Midland, MI

What I liked

The culture at Dow is fantastic. I was able to network with high-level managers from all over Dow finance including the Treasurer and CIO. I was put on projects that were actually beneficial to the working capital team, and I was able to see the impact of my work over the summer.

What I wish was different

I wish the experience could have been in person, although, I understand that was not possible given the pandemic.

Advice

Network as much as possible. Every employee at Dow is energetic and excited to talk to you, no matter their job title. Definitely take advantage of these opportunities.

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Accountant Intern

June - August 2020 • Midland, MI

What I liked

Dow made sure that I had all of the resources to succeed. I got real, hands on experience and training. I met team members from all over the globe. Everyone had an open-door policy and was willing to chat with me about their experience.

What I wish was different

I wish the pandemic wasn't happening and that the internship could have been in person instead of virtual, but I'm grateful that it still happened at all.

Advice

Ask a lot of questions!

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Packaging Engineering Intern

May - August 2019 • Freeport, TX

What I liked

Able to get hands on experience with a lot of the machines and tests that I learned in class. Was able to learn and work with experts in the field. Given a lot of Independence to lead projects.