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Professional Development Program (PDP) Internship - Environmental Engineering Summer 2025

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.

We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong emphasis on process safety and the safety of our employees and the communities in which we operate. We are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and career development.

At BASF, we are committed to creating an exceptional workplace that values diversity and prioritizes our employees' well-being and development. Our dedication has been recognized through various awards and accolades. In 2024, BASF received Business Group on Health’s Best Employers: Excellence in Health & Well-being award and ranked on the Top 50 Employers list by the readers of Minority Engineer Magazine. Fair360 (formerly Diversity Inc) also ranked us 22 on their Top 50 Companies List, and we were named one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes and Statista. For the 10th consecutive year, we are proud to have achieved a top score in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index, earning the 2023-2024 “Equality 100 Award" as a Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion.

Come join us on our journey to create innovative solutions for a sustainable future!

Where the Chemistry Happens…

From designing to running a major production facility - the field of engineering and production at BASF is where true professionals with excellent technical and scientific expertise can apply their knowledge in challenging environments. Especially when it comes to plant engineering and construction on the large scale, many challenges must be overcome. Always in focus: securing our leading position in the industry while holding fast to our high safety and environmental standards.

Program Summary:

• As a highly motivated undergraduate student, you will participate in a 10 to 12 week summer internship program at one of BASF’s North American sites

• Your ability to be mobile will be critical, as US locations include, but are not limited to: Michigan, North Carolina, Texas, Louisiana.

• Successfully engaging across the business, you will be exposed to the leadership, technical, and scientific aspects of plant engineering, while also working in areas of safety and environment to uphold our high standards

• Utilizing your experience in your area of study, you will help complete various Engineering projects which will provide the opportunity to further develop both technical and professional skills

• Upon completion of the internship program, you will have the opportunity to present your summer project to other interns, BASF employees, and senior leaders.

• The opportunity for consideration of future opportunities within the organization including the Full-time Engineering Professional Development Program

• Potential start date: End of May/Beginning of June 2025

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You…

We offer students the opportunity to spend a summer working at a North American BASF site within the U.S. to apply their education and background to challenging assignments that build both technical and professional skills. Our PDP internship is a precursor to our rotational programs, which combine hands-on experience with unparalleled networking and development opportunities designed to accelerate your career at BASF.

• Enhanced career and leadership development, and the opportunity to explore possible career tracks within the company

• Development of your expertise and the ability to network at senior levels throughout BASF and establish mentoring relationships that could span across your whole career

• The opportunity for consideration of future opportunities within the organization including the Full-time Engineering Professional Development Program

To learn more about our programs, visit: www.basf.com/universitycareers .

Formula for Success...

Process:

If selected for an interview, candidates will participate in a 45-minute interview with BASF representatives.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate and graduate students majoring in Environmental Engineering

• College Sophomores and Juniors (April 2026 - July 2027 grads)

• Demonstrated academic achievement (Minimum GPA 3.2)

• Authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without restrictions or need for future sponsorship

• Commitment to relocate anywhere in the U.S. during and upon place off from the program. Assignments are in-person/hybrid and can be in a different site such as Geismar, LA; Freeport, TX and Wyandotte, MI.

• Demonstrated previous leadership experience & academic achievement

• Active participation in extracurricular activities and on-campus organizations

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Outstanding work ethic and leadership potential

• Bilingual skills are a plus

• Previous internship/co-op experience is a plus

Privacy Statement

BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.

Pay Transparency

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $1,907 - $2,340 semi monthly. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.