Local College Co-op: Analytical Lab Assistant

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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.

The Dow Chemical Company has an exciting cooperative education job opportunity available in Midland, MI. This position is open to qualified and highly-committed college students enrolled in a fully accredited college or university located very close to the Midland Dow site.

Unlike a short-term internship project outside of school terms, this particular role is a long-term, year-round, undergraduate student position one full year in duration the student is simultaneously taking classes toward an undergraduate degree.

This opportunity offers the student valuable professional work experience in a dynamic, multi-national corporation interfacing with colleagues and leaders in many different roles.

This program is designed for academically successful students who meet ALL of the specific job co-op program requirements listed below and who can succeed both in school and in a professional work environment.

JOB PURPOSE

This position exists to support studies needed in support of Toxicology and Environmental Fate studies of Dow products. The Co-op will be involved in preparing test articles for studies and processing samples through final analytical evaluation.

The Co-op will also have responsibility for maintaining consumable supplies and general housekeeping for laboratories.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Checking and maintaining consumable supplies (lab supplies, solvents, glassware)
• Logging in samples and reference materials
• Preparing samples for analysis (cutting, weighing, measuring)
• Processing samples using straightforward to complex sample work ups
• Setting up and running samples on GC, HPLC, TOC, ICP and Mass Spectrometer systems
• Processing data for result summaries
• Co-op will be working primarily with chemists and environmental scientists who will take the time to properly train and supervise the individual

REQUIRED & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be majoring in a science field and have an interest in analytical or environmental chemistry (chemistry, biochemistry, environmental sciences )
• Must have completed at least one year of college chemistry and mathematics
• Must have a basic understanding of spreadsheets and word processing software (preferably MS Office Suite)
• Must be detail-oriented with the ability to appropriately document laboratory procedures
• Must have a good work ethic, be reliable (on time), and be enthusiastic about learning new skills and contributing to the team.
• Must have the ability to listen and follow directions, both verbal and written, and ask for further clarification, if necessary, before proceeding.

CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE LOCAL STUDENT CO-OP PROGRAM

• High school diploma / GED and enrolled at an accredited college or university located close to the Midland Dow site, pursuing an degree.
• Successfully a minimum of 6 credit hours per term during both the Fall and Winter terms .
• Seeking high performing student with strong GPAs of 3.000+ is preferred
• Able to begin work very soon, usually within 3 weeks of the job offer, and work year-round 16 hours each week ONLY during our regular business hours
• Commit to the role for 1 full calendar year (BEFORE completing classes for your stated undergraduate degree or BEFORE transferring out of the area).

Students available before completing their degree program are preferred and advantaged.

• Reliable attendance and punctuality in commuting to work ; therefore, dependable transportation, dedication and time management skills are absolutely required.
• Registered / enrolled in their school's Cooperative Education Program before the first day at Dow and comply with the school’s policies / requirements, in addition to Dow's, for the duration of co-op employment.
• Any current Dow college co-ops wishing to transfer into this role must have been in their current role one full year, must have one full year left before graduating or transferring out of the area, and must have supervisor approval before applying to Dow co-op job posting.

In joining this program, you are making a to succeeding in a very professional work environment and simultaneouslya highly successful student.

This program requires maturity, professionalism and delivering expected results both on the job in school.

Job duties include necessary entry-level tasks. Additionally, a minimum requirement for this U.S.-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent basis .

Candidates who receive a job offer will be required to pass a background check and I-9 documentation before being hired into Dow.

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.

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