Climate Resilience R&D Intern (Summer 2027)

James Hardie Corporation; Fontana, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,308,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-week program

Mentorship

Networking opportunities

Job summary

James Hardie Corporation in Fontana, CA, invites you to join a 12-week paid internship focused on climate resilience research within exterior building products. You will develop models and test methods to replicate real-world hazard conditions and evaluate product performance, collaborating with seasoned professionals to drive meaningful results.

This paid program emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and practical industry exposure.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in engineering, materials science, building science, or a related technical field with graduation between December 2027 and May 2029.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher required.
• Available to work full-time for 12 weeks during Summer 2027.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Develop models and test methods for climate resilience research.
• Design laboratory methods that simulate real-world environmental conditions.
• Support data collection, analysis, and interpretation of results.
• Prepare technical documentation and present findings to project teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, building science, or related field

Tools

Excel

Python

Minitab

Job description

James Hardie Corporation in Fontana, CA, invites you to join a 12-week paid internship focused on climate resilience research within exterior building products. You will develop models and test methods to replicate real-world hazard conditions and evaluate product performance, collaborating with seasoned professionals to drive meaningful results.

This paid program emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and practical industry exposure.