Corporate Communications Intern

James Hardie•Chicago, IL

5d•$22 - $25

About The Position

As an intern at James Hardie, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in your chosen field, whether it be HR, Engineering, Finance, Marketing, IT, or another function. This is a 12-week paid internship program designed to provide you with valuable insights into the industry, enhance your skills, and prepare you for a successful career. You will work closely with experienced professionals, contributing to real projects that impact our business. Additionally, you will have access to exclusive mentoring opportunities to help guide your professional development.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in a bachelor's program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2026 and May 2028 (rising junior or rising senior).
Demonstrated strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Must be available to work full-time for 12 weeks during the summer of 2026.
Must have reliable transportation to and from the work location.
Must be authorized to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of corporate communications function
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Knowledge of other platforms - SharePoint, Canva, Webex, Teams, Smartsheet Analytical, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills
Proficient in AP style

Responsibilities

Work with team members on diverse projects and tasks.
Perform research and analysis to aid project objectives.
Create reports, presentations, and necessary documentation.
Engage in team meetings and share ideas.
Learn and implement industry best practices and company standards.
Research current trends in highlighting employees in internal communications. Analyze results and provide a recommendation into one trend we should investigate further.
Catalogue Corporate Communications digital assets into a user-friendly format that is easily accessible.
Coordinate, organize and analyze Global Corporate Communications / Marketing org chart / directory / distribution list.
Collate internal communications output for 2024 (emails, Viva Engage posts, digital signage). Provide data in a user-friendly format that we can continue to use as a team.