Talent Management & Development Intern

Location: Chicago, IL, US

Talent Management & Development Intern

Chicago, IL, US, 60601

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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 a James Hardie intern, you will gain hands-on experience in your chosen field while contributing to meaningful projects that drive business results. Our 12-week paid internship program is designed to provide real-world industry exposure, strengthen your professional and technical skills, and help prepare you for a successful career. Throughout the program, you will collaborate with experienced professionals, build valuable relationships across the organization, and take on work that makes a measurable impact. You will also have access to mentoring opportunities and professional development resources to support your growth and career aspirations.

Internship Objective

The objective of this internship is to provide hands-on experience in enterprise talent and performance management while contributing to the continuous improvement of programs that support employees and managers. The intern will analyze experience data, support annual talent processes, and develop recommendations to improve program efficiency, consistency, adoption, and user experience. In addition, the intern will support the Rise@Hardie internship program through program coordination, evaluations, and feedback collection while serving as an ambassador for the intern cohort. The internship will culminate in a capstone project that delivers a practical, scalable improvement for the Talent, Culture & Engagement function.

By the end of the internship, the intern will

Demonstrate understanding of enterprise talent management and performance management practices.

Deliver actionable recommendations supported by data and stakeholder feedback.

Independently manage a defined project workstream.

Build effective partnerships with HR, Talent, and business stakeholders.

Present findings and recommendations to Talent, Culture & Engagement leaders.

What You’ll Do

Performance Management

Evaluate the employee and manager experience across goal setting, mid-year reviews, and year-end reviews.

Analyze process metrics, completion rates, and feedback trends.

Identify opportunities to simplify forms, communications, job aids, and workflows.

Develop recommendations to improve adoption and manager effectiveness.

Talent Management

Support talent review and succession planning activities through data preparation, reporting, and process documentation.

Assist with talent scorecards, dashboard development, and talent metrics analysis.

Review Individual Development Plan (IDP) utilization and identify opportunities to increase participation and quality.

Research industry best practices in talent assessment, succession planning, high-potential development, and internal mobility.

Rise@Hardie Program Support

Assist with intern performance evaluations, feedback collection, and program reporting.

Support behind-the-scenes coordination of intern learning experiences, communications, events, and key program milestones.

Partner with HR and program leaders to identify opportunities to enhance the intern experience.

Rise@Hardie Ambassador

Act as a representative of the intern cohort and help build connections across interns and business functions.

Encourage participation in program activities and networking opportunities.

Help gather and share feedback to improve the overall intern experience.

Support engagement activities, events, and community-building efforts throughout the summer.

What You’ll Bring

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation in May 2029 (rising junior).

Strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

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.

Preferred Skills

Pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Business, Organizational Leadership, Data Analytics, or a related field.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to interpret data and identify trends.

Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and independently.

Curious, self-motivated, and comfortable challenging existing processes constructively.

Interest in supporting talent management, leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and employee experience initiatives.

What You’ll Receive

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $20 to $25 per hour. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and may change over time.

Full-time work experience and competitive pay

Meaningful projects with business impact

Mentorship and guidance

Feedback and evaluation

Exposure to James Hardie culture

Networking opportunities and skill development

This role is an opportunity to join the AZEK Group, LLC, a part of the James Hardie Building Products family