Procurement Intern - 12-Week Paid, RFP & Market Discovery

James Hardie Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

James Hardie Inc. seeks an intern to gain hands-on experience in procurement, with exposure to end-to-end category management.

You will contribute to meaningful projects that drive business results, collaborate with experienced professionals, and access mentoring and professional development resources. The internship lasts 12 weeks in summer 2027, offering a paid experience and opportunities to build professional relationships across the organization.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited university.
• Anticipated graduation between December 2027 and May 2029.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with procurement team on a project leading to a comprehensive RFP for a major spend area.
• Provide opportunity analysis to size the prize before market RFP.
• Conduct market discovery to understand potential vendors and current market.

Skills

Strong communication

Data sourcing & organizing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in progress

GPA 3.0

Job description

James Hardie Inc. seeks an intern to gain hands-on experience in procurement, with exposure to end-to-end category management.

You will contribute to meaningful projects that drive business results, collaborate with experienced professionals, and access mentoring and professional development resources. The internship lasts 12 weeks in summer 2027, offering a paid experience and opportunities to build professional relationships across the organization.