Supply Chain - AI Business Analyst Intern - AZEK

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Chicago, IL, US, 60601 Chicago, IL, US, 60601

Hybrid

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®, Timber Tech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and Stru Xure®.
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.
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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

Gain hands-on experience in supply chain innovation by analyzing current processes, gathering business requirements, and identifying opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency. The intern will develop and implement an AI-powered solution that addresses a real supply chain challenge, streamlines workflows, and delivers measurable business value. By the end of the internship, the intern will present the solution, outcomes, and impact to key stakeholders and leadership.

• Collaborate with supply chain stakeholders across end-to-end processes to identify business challenges and opportunities for improvement.
• Gather requirements through meetings with business users, stakeholders, and affected teams to define solution needs and priorities.
• Partner with IT and application teams to align on technical approaches and solution delivery strategies.
• Lead an AI-focused project from concept through implementation, delivering measurable business value and process improvements.
• Develop, test, and deploy tools that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline supply chain operations.
• Create user documentation, training materials, and conduct end-user training to drive successful adoption of new tools and processes.
• Demonstrate flexibility and initiative in a dynamic environment by supporting evolving projects and emerging business needs.
• Present project outcomes, recommendations, and business impact to stakeholders and leadership.

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029 (rising junior or rising senior).
• 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

• Target majors:
  Supply Chain, Information Systems, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Data Science
• Familiarity with AI tools, automation, or AI solution development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong project management, organization,…