IT Intern - Desktop Services

James Hardie•Chicago, IL

2d•$22 - $25

About The Position

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities. For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com . Summary 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. IT Internship Objective: streamlining autopilot imaging for global deployment.

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

PowerShell scripting for automation and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with Windows Autopilot and Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune).
Basic understanding of networking concepts and device provisioning.
Experience with documentation tools (e.g., Confluence, SharePoint) and version control (Git).
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication and collaboration within cross-functional teams.
Attention to detail in testing and documentation.
Proactive mindset with willingness to learn and suggest improvements.

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.
Intern will analyze current Autopilot imaging workflows and identify limitations.
Build a test lab to simulate imaging scenarios across NA/EU/APAC regions.
Propose automation scripts and documentation to reduce setup time and errors.
Develop a test plan for future changes to the image.