At a glance Position:Campus internship 2024-2025 - Technical Service and Development Primary Location:Wiesbaden (DEU), Germany Schedule:Full time Date Posted:02/04/2025 Job Number:R2055494 Position Type:Temporary 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 We are looking for you, an ambitious Master student (m/f/d), to support our Mobility and Transportation Electronics TS&D team by doing an internship project in Silicones failure mechanism exploration for our location in Wiesbaden, Germany, where you'll play a crucial role in Dow Mobility and Transportation. Dow Mobility and Transportation, part of Dow Consumer Solutions, enhances the reliability, performance, and sustainability of transportation and industrial customers' applications. Our silicone materials cover a range of elastomers for airbags, connector seals, under-hood and interior applications, high-voltage transmission, battery safety, lighting, and consumer products. They deliver critical attributes such as advanced thermal and chemical resistance, desirable haptics, and reduced environmental impact. We combine insights into customer needs and market trends with deep technical expertise to deliver a broad portfolio of materials that perform to the highest standards and protect people and the planet. Responsibilities - Assist development teams in creating and validating testing methods for high power electronics. - Conduct experiments to understand failure mechanisms in silicones under high-temperature conditions. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data. - Document and present findings to the team and stakeholders. - Develop new methodologies to improve material stability and performance. - Ensure all lab activities comply with safety standards and good lab practices. Qualifications - You are currently studying for a master's degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Chemistry, or Polymer Engineering. - You have experience working in a lab, following good lab practices, and have an interest in industrial electronics, transportation electronics, and electric vehicles. - You demonstrate a passion for material sciences, a fundamental understanding of material failure mechanisms, and new test methods development. - You can work independently but are also a good team player, collaborating with people from different functions, geographies, and backgrounds. - You take initiative and are proactive about learning new skills. - You have good communication and written skills (especially proficient in English; basic German is required, French is a plus), proactively sharing what you are doing and what assistance you need to progress on your project. - You are curious and passionate about innovation with a strong drive for results and feel a strong sense of achievement by providing real solutions. Your Skills - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Proficiency in laboratory techniques and safety protocols. - Excellent data analysis and interpretation abilities. - Effective communication and presentation skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. - Proactive and self-motivated with a keen interest in learning and innovation. Additional Notes - You can start between May and June 2025 for a period of 6 months (exact timing to be discussed). About Dow Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ????Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visitingwww.dow.com. As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available onwww.dow.com.