**Accounting, Economics, & Finance (AEF) Professional Development Program (PDP) – Class of 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…** BASF's Professional Development Programs (PDPs) were created to provide highly motivated, mobile-minded current university students an opportunity to enhance their professional 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 will have the opportunity to assess their capabilities, skills, and interests and gain valuable exposure to BASF's culture, values, and decision-makers. **Program Summary:** + BASF’s AEF Rotational Program is a 2-year cross-functional program with rotations in Corporate Finance & Accounting, Internal Audit, Regional Controlling, and work with a site Controlling at a Manufacturing site. + Your ability to be mobile is critical, as this program is comprised of four 6-month assignments, all based in different locations across the US. + US locations include, but are not limited to: New Jersey, Michigan, North Carolina, Texas, Louisiana. + Successfully engaging across the business throughout your rotations will expand your network, allow you to grow personally and professionally, and learn a variety of valuable skill sets. + Upon your completion of the program, you will have the opportunity to join our Talent Pipeline within the organization, in a variety of disciplines. + Opportunities & roles in the program can include but are not limited to: Corporate Finance & Accounting, Internal Audit, Regional Controlling, Financial Planning and Analysis roles within Business, Regional & Functional Units (Procurement, Human Resources, EHS etc.), and Manufacturing Site Accounting and Analysis. **Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You…** Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you—the whole you—in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry. 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 with upper level management throughout BASF + A comprehensive program of employee benefits, including flexible work arrangements, and a competitive retirement savings plan _To learn more about our programs, visit:_ _www.basf.com/universitycareers_ _._ **Formula for Success...** + Recent graduates or current Seniors receiving a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance or other related business major. + Graduation date must fall between May 2024 - July 2025 + Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship. + Commitment to relocate anywhere in the U.S. during and upon place off from the program. All assignments are in-person/hybrid. + Demonstrated previous leadership experience & academic achievement. + Active participation in extracurricular activities and on-campus organizations. + Excellent communication skills + Interest in Manufacturing/Chemical industry + Previous internship/co-op experience preferred. + Project management experience is a plus. + Prior experience in PowerBI, SAP, Tableau, and advanced Excel proficiency are 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. **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.