Manufacturing Operations Intern — Paid Summer 2027

James Hardie Corporation; Peru (IL); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and guidance

Networking opportunities

Meaningful projects

Job summary

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is offering a 12-week summer internship in Manufacturing Operations. The program provides hands-on experience aimed at improving plant performance through continuous improvement projects, with mentorship and real-world exposure to drive measurable results.

You will own a meaningful project, work on reducing downtime, scrap, and process variation, and present a final recommendation that adds value to the plant. Competitive pay ranges from $20 to $25 per hour.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in a relevant discipline with expected graduation between Dec 2027 and May 2029.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Own and complete a meaningful project.
• Deliver measurable business impact.
• Effectively communicate progress and results.
• Work independently while seeking guidance when needed.
• Learn quickly and adapt to a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism, initiative, and accountability.
• Present a final recommendation that adds value to the plant.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Manufacturing engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field (in progress)

Job description

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is offering a 12-week summer internship in Manufacturing Operations. The program provides hands-on experience aimed at improving plant performance through continuous improvement projects, with mentorship and real-world exposure to drive measurable results.

You will own a meaningful project, work on reducing downtime, scrap, and process variation, and present a final recommendation that adds value to the plant. Competitive pay ranges from $20 to $25 per hour.