Dow’s Public Affairs Development (PAD) Program allows participants to develop Public Affairs skills, gain valuable experience and build networks through three rotating assignments, each lasting from four to six months.
Assignments include challenging projects to develop well-rounded Public Affairs professionals and enhance career potential. Participants in the program contribute to local, national, regional and global projects, and may even have the opportunity to work on projects in Houston, Texas; Washington, D.C.; or Horgen, Switzerland.
Past projects have included, but are not limited to:
- Government Affairs
- Corporate Reputation and Branding (Human Element Campaign)
- Marketing Communication
- Geographic Communication in Dow communities
- Employee Communication
- External Positioning and Media Relations for Dow functions
At the end of the rotational program, the Public Affairs Development Program alumnus will be placed in a career position, based on available jobs and the individual’s preference and performance.
Applicants for the Public Affairs Development Program should have degrees in journalism, communication, public relations, marketing, advertising, business or related disciplines. They also should have prior relevant work experience, such as internships.
