About the role#
This position provides analytical laboratory support for the Process Research and Development organization at our Carrollton site. As a co-op, you will gain professional experience while continuing your undergraduate education. This is a long-term, year-round role requiring a commitment of at least one full calendar year.
What you'll do#
- Perform routine laboratory analyses, prepare samples, and create calibration standards.
- Support analytical testing activities for growth projects and manufacturing.
- Monitor analytical systems, perform basic calibration and maintenance, and conduct first-line troubleshooting.
- Evaluate data quality using basic statistical techniques.
- Assist with the interpretation, reporting, and presentation of experimental results.
- Support the development and maintenance of analytical methods and laboratory procedures.
- Document and archive analytical results and experimental data.
- Follow all Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements and Operating Discipline Management System procedures.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.
- Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Laboratory Science, or a related science or engineering field.
- Minimum 3.000 GPA is preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED.
- Ability to work legally in the United States without sponsorship.
- Commitment to complete at least 6 credit hours per term during both the Fall and Winter terms.
Location & details#
- Location: Carrollton, Kentucky.
- Residency: Must live within 50 miles of the site.
- Work schedule: Part-time, year-round, during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm).
- Duration: Minimum of one full calendar year.
About Dow
Dow operates as a materials science company that produces chemicals for packaging, infrastructure, mobility, and consumer applications. Founded in 1897, the company maintains manufacturing sites across 31 countries. It employs over 45,000 people and is based in Midland, Michigan. The firm reported sales of approximately 45 billion dollars in 2023.
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