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BASF Internship Opportunity

BASF Internship Opportunity

Are you ready to create change? In our PhD Leadership Development Program internship, no two days are alike. You’ll engage in a dynamic environment where you’ll tackle diverse challenges, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and adapt to rapidly changing situations. This role offers the opportunity to innovate and problem-solve in real-time, making every day an exciting and unique experience. Background

The world needs solutions, and we need you! At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation.

Join BASF for our 10 to 12-week PhD Leadership Development Program (LDP) internship, where you’ll immerse yourself in our dynamic technical teams. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working on impactful projects that support our business objectives. You’ll collaborate closely with seasoned professionals, gaining insights into our technical processes and strategies.

This experience will equip you with essential skills in a variety of functional areas including research and development. Our internship is designed to accelerate your career growth by providing you with leadership opportunities and strategic insights critical for a successful future in technical management.

We welcome applicants who are mobile-minded and open to relocation, as you may have the opportunity to be placed at any BASF site across the country. This will enhance your exposure to diverse business environments and deepen your understanding of our global operations.

Embrace this opportunity to kickstart your career at BASF, where innovation and collaboration drive our success!

Some key areas of impact may include:

Technical and Engineering Assignments: Engaging in comprehensive rotations that encompass technical communication, process development, operations engineering, and application and technical services, fostering a deep understanding of engineering principles and practices.

Research and Development Assignments: Participating in diverse R&D rotations across chemist and scientist roles, focusing on laboratory research, innovative product development, and discovery processes to drive scientific advancement.

Sustainability and Environmental Assignments: Involved in initiatives that promote sustainability and innovation, exploring renewable materials and advancing microplastic degradation science to address pressing environmental challenges.

Data and Digitalization Assignments: Engaging in rotations that delve into data science, technical services, software engineering, and artificial intelligence, equipping participants with cutting-edge skills to navigate the digital landscape.