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About you and this role
We are looking for you, an ambitious master’s student (m/f), to support our Polyurethane R&D/TS&D Department by doing an internship project in Polyurethane Binders Formulation for our location in ERSTEIN, FRANCE.
Dow is offering great career opportunities in a global and international environment.
The department that will welcome you is the center of expertise for the development of Polyurethane Systems formulation, dealing with a variety of different industries, such as Construction, Sports flooring, Furniture.
Project description
The field of application for this internship will be polyurethane (PU) prepolymer, specifically focusing on binder applications. PU binders are typically used to bond particles such as rubber granules, flexible foam, and other materials together. They play a significant role in the reuse of materials from end-of-life products or production scrap. Scope of the project is working on reducing the product carbon footprint of binders formulations.
You will be responsible for identifying raw materials with lower carbon footprint emissions and fit for the purpose. These materials will be tested by synthesizing prepolymers in the lab and evaluating their impact on the performance of the binders. Additionally, you will provide the necessary data for Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) analysis and document the results obtained from the experiments.
Responsibilities
- Literature search
- Lab synthesis
- Performances measurements
- Documentation of the obtained results
Qualifications
- You are currently studying for a Master degree or equivalent in Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry or similar.
- You have a good working knowledge of English and French
- You like lab work / hands-on
- You like teamwork, you demonstrate curiosity and take initiative
You can start in February 2025 for a period of 6 months (exact timing to be discussed).
Dow’s internships offer you the opportunity to:
- Gain hands-on experience in Polyurethane Chemistry and biobased formulations
- Explore Career Opportunities - by working in the field you have chosen, you will receive an inside look at your potential career path
- Network - meet a variety of people in your chosen profession through your internship, allowing you to form relationships you can build on in the future
Application process
After we have received your application, please consider that it will take a few weeks to go through every letter and CV received. If we want to learn more about your background and skills, we will be in touch with you.
Have we sparked your interest? Let’s continue the conversation! Apply and we’ll be in touch with you.
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.
What We Do
We combine global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership to achieve profitable growth and deliver a sustainable future.
Our ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. Our portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for our customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications.
