2026-2027 Campus Internship - Leadership Development Program (MBA)

Location: Midland (MI, USA), United States of America

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

Dow's MBA Leadership Development Internship is designed for a select group of high-potential first-year MBA students who aspire to take on significant business leadership roles within a global Fortune 100 company.

This 12-week summer experience provides the opportunity to work on strategic business challenges with exposure to senior leaders from across the enterprise. As an intern, you'll collaborate with fellow MBA interns to deliver innovative solutions to high-impact projects that directly support Dow's business priorities and growth strategy. You'll leverage your previous professional experience, analytical skills, and MBA coursework to develop recommendations that create tangible business value.

More than just an internship, this experience is designed to help you evaluate a long-term career with Dow and our Leadership Development Program, while allowing us to get to know your capabilities, leadership potential, and problem-solving approach.

What You'll Experience

Work on meaningful, business-critical projects with visibility to senior leaders.

Partner with cross-functional teams to tackle strategic, operational, and financial challenges.

Apply data-driven thinking and business insights to develop actionable recommendations.

Gain exposure to Dow's global businesses, markets, and leadership culture.

Build relationships across the organization through formal and informal networking opportunities.

Receive mentorship and career guidance from experienced business leaders.

Participate in curated development and networking events designed specifically for MBA talent.

Who We're Looking For

Successful candidates are ambitious leaders who thrive in collaborative environments and are motivated by challenging business problems. Ideal candidates will bring:

A desire to pursue senior business leadership roles within a global organization.

5 to 7 years of professional experience prior to business school, preferably within a leading operating company or similarly complex organization.

Strong commercial instinct, business acumen, and analytical problem-solving capabilities.

The ability to influence, collaborate, and drive results in a team-oriented environment.

Demonstrated leadership experience and a high level of emotional intelligence.

A growth mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for continuous learning.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled full-time as a first-year MBA student at an accredited business school.

A minimum requirement for a U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Additional Notes

Location:  This is a full-time, in-person internship located at Dow's global headquarters in Midland, Michigan, offering direct exposure to business leaders, strategic projects, and a collaborative professional network.

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive monthly salary plus housing assistance, transportation support, and relocation assistance for qualifying individuals.

Benefits – What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.

Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.

Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.

Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).

Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).

Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.

Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.

Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.

Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.

Competitive yearly vacation allowance.

Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).

Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.

Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.

Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.

On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availab