Research & Development Intern - Glass Engineering

Johns Manville Corp - Berkshire Hathaway; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Manville invites applications for a Research & Development Intern - Glass Engineering in Littleton, CO. You will work alongside engineers and leaders on hands-on projects, including sampling, analysis, troubleshooting, and process improvements, with emphasis on documentation.

The program is a full-time summer internship in 2027. We seek a rising senior or recent graduate in materials science, ceramics, or glass engineering, who shows strong collaboration, communication, and data skills.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in materials science, ceramics engineering, glass engineering, or related field.
• Upcoming senior or recent graduate pursuing further education.
• Ability to start full time in May 2027 and work until August 2027.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in day-to-day project work.
• Develop systems for high-temperature glass analysis with manufacturing teams.
• Conduct physical testing of glass properties.
• Analyze data and support SPC on measurements.
• Document activities and maintain records.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in materials science / ceramics engineering / glass engineering

GPA 3.0 or higher (preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Research & Development Intern - Glass Engineering

Littleton CO JMTC | Littleton CO JMTC

Full time

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$41,600.00-$52,600.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors.

Interns thrive at JM because we give our employees the ability to do things they wouldn't be able to anywhere else. As a Research & Development Intern - Glass Engineering Intern in R&D you will work side by side with other engineering professionals and leadership by participating in hands on activities such as sampling, analysis, troubleshooting, and process improvements as well as being responsible for documentation and various initiatives.

Your Day to Day

• Work under supervision of senior engineers.
• Develop systems for high temperature glass analysis. Collaborate with manufacturing facilities to ensure designs work for all parties.
• Physical testing of glass properties.
• Data analysis and statistical process control on measurements
• Documentation and record keeping.

What You Bring to the Team

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in materials science, ceramics engineering, glass engineering or other relevant engineering discipline.
• Upcoming senior or recent undergraduate that is pursuing further education.
• Ability to start full time in May 2027 and work until August 2027.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with several engineers on various projects.
• Ability to coordinate and work with cross functional groups including Analytical, Business and Sourcing Groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• GPA of at least 3.0 at an accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Basic understanding of production processes
• Strategic and creative thinking
• Solid works experience

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The Johns Manville Internship Program is designed to provide challenging and fulfilling work in your area of expertise. We also offer additional opportunities from community service events, social outings, and intern seminars to allow you to give back, network, and gain a broader understanding of JM and its functions. We take a holistic approach to your development and are committed to providing valuable experience for both you and the company. At the conclusion of the summer, all interns will have the opportunity to present their achievements to functional leaders at our headquarters in Denver, Colorado. We encourage you to find out why interning with us is such a rewarding experience by checking out the internship page on our website.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

About Us

Johns Manville is a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, serving customers in more than 80 countries, supplying innovative products to the construction, aerospace, automotive, filtration and energy industries. With a more than 160-year legacy, we understand that our story continues to grow only with the right people saying, thinking and doing the right things. Make your story our story.

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.