Professional Development Program (PDP)-Mechanical Engineering Class of 2021

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Professional Development Program (PDP) - Mechanical Engineering Class of 2021

BASF's Professional Development Programs (PDPs) were created to provide highly motivated, mobile-minded current university students an opportunity to enhance their professional and leadership skills through a variety of diverse learning experiences. Participants will contribute to real-world rotational assignments within different domestic locations. They will explore career options and develop technical and professional decision-making skills, while fulfilling specific business needs. Participants also have the opportunity to assess their capabilities, skills, and interests and gain valuable exposure to BASF's culture, values, and decision-makers.

Program Summary:

APPLICATION IS AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS RECEIVING A BACHELOR'S OR MASTER'S DEGREE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING BETWEEN APRIL 2021 JULY 2021.

• As a highly motivated rising graduate, you will participate in a 24-month cross-functional program with three, eight-month rotations in various technical areas, including: Manufacturing/Operations, Corporate Engineering, Ecology and Safety, Maintenance, and Research and Development (R&D)
• Your ability to be mobile will be critical, as this program is comprised of three, eight-month assignments, all based in separate locations throughout the U.S.
• 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
• Upon your completion of the program, you may be offered direct placement within the organization in a variety of disciplines in engineering and production
• Potential start dates are June and August of 2021 with a required weeklong orientation conference in New Jersey in August 2021

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The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans, to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you'll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.

• Enhanced career and leadership development, and value delivery to BASF through planned assignments
• Development of your technical expertise and the ability to network at senior levels throughout BASF
• A comprehensive program of employee benefits, including an award-winning flexible work arrangement and a competitive retirement savings plan

• Upcoming graduates receiving a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering between April 2021 - July 2021
• Demonstrated academic achievement (minimum GPA 3.2)
• Commitment to relocate anywhere in the U.S.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without restrictions or future sponsorship
• Leadership potential
• Active participation in extra-curricular activities and on-campus organizations
• Bilingual is a plus
• Previous internship/co-op experience is a plus

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

To watch a video and learn more about the Engineering PDP, please visit www.basf.com/universitycareers.

• Upcoming graduates receiving a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering between April 2021 - July 2021
• Demonstrated academic achievement (minimum GPA 3.2)
• Commitment to relocate anywhere in the U.S.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without restrictions or future sponsorship
• Leadership potential
• Active participation in extra-curricular activities and on-campus organizations
• Bilingual is a plus
• Previous internship/co-op experience is a plus