Engineering Intern

Job Description

James Hardie – Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

As an intern at James Hardie, you will embark on a 12-week paid internship program designed to immerse you in your chosen field. This invaluable experience will provide hands-on learning, enhance your skills, and prepare you for a successful career. You will collaborate closely with experienced professionals, contributing to real projects that significantly impact our business, and benefit from exclusive mentoring opportunities to guide your professional development.

Internship Objective:

Reduce the cost of manufacturing through scrap reductions via board length optimization and other manufacturing projects.

What You’ll Do

General 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.

Engineering Responsibilities:

• Reduce overlength board generation to minimize waste.
• Increase regrind in CX100 to 40%.
• Support alternate lubrication trials.
• Support CX100 Powder implementation.
• Support new Screw design implementation.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university.
• 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.

Preferred Skills:

• Target Major: Plastics, Chemical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Problem-Solving: Strong aptitude for diagnosing issues, proposing solutions, and taking initiative.
• Software Proficiency: Basic knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, charts), and exposure to statistical tools (Minitab or similar is a plus).
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication for reporting and collaboration.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams (operators, management).
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in data collection and documentation.

What You’ll Receive

• Full-time work experience and competitive pay.
• Meaningful projects with real-world impact.
• Dedicated mentorship and guidance.
• Constructive feedback and performance evaluation.
• Exposure to a dynamic company culture.
• Valuable networking opportunities and skill development.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join the AZEK Group, LLC, a part of the James Hardie Building Products family of companies. Here, you will contribute to a culture driven by growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.