Braskem begins the registration period for its Intern Program selection process. Registrations can be made until September 28 on the company’s site. There are 100 openings that may be disputed by students in Business Administration, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Production Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Economics, Social Communication, Accounting Sciences, Computer Science and Computer Engineering.

Braskem seeks young professionals with determination and initiative, communication skills, who work easily in teams, have good interpersonal relations, a desire to learn, ambitious proposals, objectivity and a positive and constructive spirit. The following requirements are also requested of the candidates: graduation projected for December 2010 to December 2011, and English.

The selection process includes tests in English and logical thinking, group dynamics and individual interviews. The company offers the intern a health plan, meal vouchers - or meals at company cafeterias for professionals who work at the industrial units - and transportation.

"At Braskem, professional development of interns occurs in day-to-day activities, through work. The Company participates in the beginning of the youth’s career through the Intern program. It offers learning and growth opportunities through increasing challenges and structured follow-up by leaders and HR," says Ana Cristina Dias, manager of Personnel & Organization at Braskem.

Braskem’s Intern Program was structured to attract and develop youths with great potential and in search of constant learning. The program lasts from 1 to 2 years and it offers the intern the opportunity to complement his education and join the practical with theoretical knowledge he is acquiring in college.

At Braskem, the internship offers a structured development plan that involves: the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge acquired in the academic environment to practical activities at a company that values learning through work; development of technical and behavioral skills, interaction with work teams and constant orientation from the internship Leader; development of projects in the student’s area and elaboration of a presentation at conclusion of the internship; structured follow-up by the internship Leader as well as the Human Resources team through periodic assessments and meetings.

"The Intern Program is a very important source of talents for Braskem. The Company’s goal is to attract and develop the best professionals in the market, working with an efficient team that makes the difference in the global market," adds Ana Cristina.

In order to obtain more information, the candidate should access Braskem’s site. Register your CV and be a candidate for an opening by visiting http://www.braskem.com.br/site/portal_braskem/pt/oportunidade_de_carreira/estagios/estagios.aspx.