What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern, Data Analytics position at James Hardie?
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.
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 Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs by supporting data analytics, documentation management, and continuous improvement initiatives. The intern will work closely with EHS team members to analyze safety data, support health and safety projects, assist with training activities, and develop reports and presentations that drive informed decision-making.
Through collaboration on site initiatives, including Zero Harm Month, the intern will develop technical, analytical, and communication skills while contributing to a safer workplace and advancing James Hardie's commitment to a Zero Harm culture.
- Support EHSS projects through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Extract, validate, and consolidate EHSS data from Intelex, including Fiber Cement and Outdoor Living metrics.
- Track and manage Zero Harm Month award data and support program coordination.
- Develop reports, dashboards, presentations, and documentation to communicate EHSS performance and trends.
- Identify opportunities to improve data quality, reporting efficiency, and safety performance.
- 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: Data Science, EHS majors
- Tableau, Power BI, Excel, Presentations, Any other data software
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.
Salary : $20 - $25