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Advanced Elastomers Product Development Internship – Impact of filler properties on application behavior of formulated sealants and adhesives
About you and this role
We are looking for you, an ambitious Bachelor or Master student, to support our Advanced Elastomers Product Development by doing an internship project to understand the impact of filler properties on application behavior of formulated sealants and adhesives and develop methods of physico-chemical and rheological characterization of typical fillers for our location in Seneffe, Belgium.
Dow is offering great career opportunities in a global and international environment.
The department that will welcome you support businesses like Building & Infrastructure as well as Mobility & transportations applications. Products are typically adhesives and sealants. Although a lot of hands-on formulation knowledge exists, there are still areas where the function -property relationship is unclear and or not fully understood. One underdeveloped domain is the interaction of the fillers with complex adhesive/sealant matrices.
Project description
The objective of your internship is to develop relevant methods of physico-chemical and rheological characterization of typical fillers. The final goal is to build mechanistic understanding of how the moisture, the specific surface treatment etc. of typical fillers impact the processability and workability of sealants and adhesives. You will work in collaboration with our technical team based at Seneffe and will engage with other groups in production or technical service. This project will support key applications in the Building & Infrastructure segment.
Responsibilities
- Work on formulation of sealants & adhesives
- Characterize silicone sealants & adhesives
- Develop methods of physico-chemical and rheological characterization of typical fillers
- Collaboration with our team and engage with different teams to communicate results and learnings
Qualifications
- You are currently studying for a bachelor/master’s degree or equivalent in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science or relevant discipline.
- You have a good working knowledge of English and French.
Preferred Skills
- Understanding of Polymer characterization techniques (Analytical and Mechanical)
- Analysis of Granulated Matter and /or Complex Fluids and/or Dispersed Systems
- Interest in Formulation
- Eye for detail
- Autonomy
You can start anytime in 2025, ideally during the 1st semester, for a period of minimum 3 months up to 4-5 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 visiting www.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 on www.dow.com.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are characterized by a generous 401(k) match alongside additional company contributions, with U.S. features that can credit student‑loan payments toward retirement eligibility. These elements are consistently positioned as a strong component of total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — Global minimums include extended paid parental leave for all parents and additional paid family care time. Caregiver resources and U.S. childcare assistance further reinforce support for families.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays and vacation that increase with service are complemented by dedicated volunteer PTO. Time‑off options are presented as generous and part of a broader, supportive package.
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