James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, and they are seeking an intern to gain hands-on experience in various fields including Engineering. The internship program is designed to provide valuable insights into the industry while contributing to real projects that impact the business.
Responsibilities:
- Work with team members on diverse projects and tasks
- Perform research and analysis to aid project objectives
- Create reports, presentations, and necessary documentation
- Engage in team meetings and share ideas
- Learn and implement industry best practices and company standards
- Project support & project management
- Forecasting, budgeting, scope development, RFQ creation
- Maintaining Technical Documentation
- Vendor & Contractor Coordination & Plant-Floor Engagement
- Data and analysis
Requirements:
- Must be enrolled in a bachelor's program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2026 and May 2028 (rising junior or rising senior)
- Demonstrated strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Must be available to work full-time for 12 weeks during the summer of 2026
- Must have reliable transportation to and from the work location
- Must be authorized to work in the US
- Target major: industrial or mechanical engineering
- Ability to work 50% at a desk and 50% on the plant floor
- Software Proficiency: Basic knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, charts), exposure to AutoCAD
- Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret data and identify trends
- Problem-Solving: Strong aptitude for diagnosing issues, proposing solutions, taking initiative
- Communication: strong interpersonal skills; clear written and verbal communication for reporting and collaboration
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams (operators, management, senior leaders, contractors, vendors)
- Attention to Detail: Accuracy in data collection and documentation