James Hardie

IT Project Intern

James Hardie  •  $20 - $25/hr  •  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.

Summary

As a James Hardie intern, you will gain hands-on experience in your chosen field while contributing to meaningful projects that drive business results. Our 12-week paid internship program is designed to provide real-world industry exposure, strengthen your professional and technical skills, and help prepare you for a successful career. Throughout the program, you will collaborate with experienced professionals, build valuable relationships across the organization, and take on work that makes a measurable impact. You will also have access to mentoring opportunities and professional development resources to support your growth and career aspirations.

Internship Objective

Gain hands-on experience in project management and process improvement by developing standardized tools, procedures, and automation resources that enhance team efficiency and project delivery. The intern will work to create consistent, high-quality project management materials, including status reports, steering committee presentations, and RAID logs, while identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort.

By the end of the internship, the intern will deliver standardized operating procedures (SOPs), prompts, and meeting agendas that support the automated creation of project management deliverables, enabling faster, more efficient execution of projects across the organization.

What You’ll Do:

  • Leverage AI and automation tools to streamline project management activities, including status reports, steering committee presentations, kickoff materials, meeting summaries, and project documentation.
  • Support project planning, tracking, and reporting by ensuring project information is accurate, timely, and aligned with PMO standards.
  • Develop and document standardized processes, templates, SOPs, prompts, and agendas to improve consistency and efficiency across project teams.
  • Collaborate with project managers, business stakeholders, and technical teams to gather requirements and support project execution.
  • Identify opportunities to automate repetitive processes and enhance project delivery through continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Present recommendations, solutions, and project outcomes that improve reporting quality, reduce manual effort, and accelerate project execution.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029 (rising junior or rising senior).
  • Strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • Available to work full-time for 12 weeks during summer 2027.
  • Reliable transportation to and from the work location.
  • Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Skills

  • Target majors: Computer Science or Management Information Systems.
  • Experience with Microsoft Copilot or similar AI tools
  • Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint
  • Understanding of project management practices
  • Strong communication and presentation skills

What You’ll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $20 to $25 per hour. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and may change over time.

  • Full-time work experience and competitive pay
  • Meaningful projects with business impact
  • Mentorship and guidance
  • Feedback and evaluation
  • Exposure to James Hardie culture
  • Networking opportunities and skill development

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.

James Hardie

About James Hardie

James Hardie Industries is the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement and fiber gypsum building solutions. We employ a diverse global workforce of approximately 5,800 employees across operations in North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, and generated more than $3.9 billion in net sales during our 2024 financial year.

We believe that home is a sanctuary and a canvas for self-expression without compromise. As the trusted innovator and industry leader in the markets where we operate, James Hardie empowers homeowners and building professionals alike to achieve their dream home with premium quality solutions that enable endless possibilities for design and aesthetics, while also delivering trusted protection and long-lasting beauty.

Key to this effort is our dedication to our customers, market driven innovation, an inclusive and empowering company culture, and an unwavering commitment to our Zero Harm safety initiative. We also recognize the company’s ability to influence the communities in which we live and work around the world. While operating with a global mindset, we put great care into how our business impacts the local communities in which we operate and serve by sourcing locally, employing locally and delivering locally.

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Year Founded
Unknown
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