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Veterans and military
Military Degree Equivalency (MDE) program
Our Military Degree Equivalency (MDE) program provides individuals with extensive military backgrounds the opportunity to bring their broad scope of training and education, experience in leadership, and understanding of high pressure situations into a successful career at Dow. We offer two kinds of degree equivalencies.
Associate’s degree equivalence
Veterans with three or more years of relevant military experience are considered to have an associate’s degree for certain roles.
Bachelor’s degree equivalence
Relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 (or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant) ranking counts as a bachelor’s degree for certain roles.
Supporting our veterans at every step
Never navigate alone
We support veterans through targeted programs and mentorships that help them successfully navigate and adapt to Dow’s workplace culture. These initiatives focus on skills mapping, career development, and building connections that accelerate their transition and growth.
Veteran resource group
We established VETNET to advance the recruitment, personal development, and mentorship of service members and veterans, while also serving as an education resource generating community outreach
Paid military leave
Veterans on Team Dow who serve in the U.S. receive military leave of absence for up to five years- most with continuation of compensation and benefits from Dow.
Their mission continues: building futures at Dow
Learn how these Dow team members turned their leadership and discipline from their time in service into a successful, purpose-driven career.
Tim Schneikart
“My military background gave me unique qualifications for Dow’s Insider Threat program. Thanks to my training and experience, I came in with a strong understanding of what it takes to protect an organization like Dow. Joining through the Military Degree Equivalency Program felt like a natural fit—and it’s been a meaningful transition.“
Insider Threat Analyst
Midland, Michigan
Michael Heins
“My military training has given me many skills that translate into my work life. One important quality is the ability to have an “inquisitive attitude.” It has ensured we are doing the right thing and that what we build is needed at the Seadrift site. The specific experience I gained in the Naval Nuclear Power Program, along with my experience in Energy Systems, gives me a detailed understanding of how a power plant supports a manufacturing site operation.”
Senior Business Manufacturing Manager
Midland, Michigan
We're a veteran-friendly employer!
We have been recognized as a Veteran-friendly by Michigan's Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA). MVAA recognizes employers that commit to military veteran recruitment, training and retention practices by awarding those employers Gold, Silver and Bronze level status as Veteran-Friendly Employers.
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“I did my research on several companies and found Dow to be the right fit. It was very easy to choose Dow as a company that I wanted to work for knowing they had the positive approach to the military and its members.”
Jason LaPlante
Associate Operator
Plaquemine, Louisiana
“Dow was the only company I applied to after transitioning out of the Marine Corps because of their reputation for taking care of their employees including veterans. I learned a great deal of leadership, professionalism, and initiative in the military and these skills are all very relatable to the job of a process operator.”
James Lofty
Production Operator
Deer Park, Texas
“The impact of my military background on my role at Dow is hard to sum up—it’s been invaluable. It prepared me to manage stress, adapt quickly, shift priorities, and communicate fast, accurate information across all levels of the organization.”
Chris Heckroth
Supply Chain Specialist
Midland, Michigan
“If everything worked perfectly, you wouldn't be needed. We are here for when it doesn't.”
David King
Account Manager
Collegeville, Pennsylvania
“The focus, attention to detail, and mechanical skills I gained in the military are essential to my work as a Millwright. These qualities are part of my daily routine. The professionalism and respect instilled during service also support how I communicate and pursue my career goals.”
Russell Reid
Millwright
Deer Park, Texas
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