Engineering Intern

About the role

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.

Johns Manville is seeking Engineering students for our 2027 Summer Internship Program based in Spartanburg, SC. The internship will run from mid‑to‑late May through the first week of August, with interns working full time throughout the summer. Our program provides hands‑on engineering and business experience through meaningful, challenging assignments that support innovation and growth across our operations. At the conclusion of the internship, JM interns deliver a formal presentation of their work to senior leadership at our corporate headquarters in Denver, Colorado. This experience offers valuable feedback, exposure, and insight as students prepare to enter the workforce.

Pay

$41,600.00–$52,600.00 Annual (base salary range; actual pay varies based on relevant experience, skills, and education).

Schedule

Full‑time, mid‑to‑late May through the first week of August.

Responsibilities

• Take an active part in the execution of product development projects.
• Provide project status and laboratory reports as required.
• Support the development of Process Technology by assisting Nonwovens team with the development of technical solutions to improve operations and product performance.
• Analyze and develop distribution improvements in the Warehouse.
• Work with engineers to track, analyze and determine root cause issues resulting in product breakouts.
• Conduct machine guard audits and suggest improvements.
• Provide an active role in process development projects to reduce manufacturing cost and improve product performance.
• Review and interpret production data to support operational decisions.
• Participate in coordination with appropriate team members on priorities for production lines.
• Identify process improvement opportunities.
• Manage projects along with daily work.
• Collaborate with and manage contractors as needed.
• Develop and integrate product and process documentation to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Requirements

• Pursuing a B.S. degree in Engineering (Chemical or Industrial preferred).
• Completed at least sophomore year of undergraduate course work and enrolled in classes for the coming semester.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work in a team environment.

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we still want to hear from you — we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

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.
• AutoCAD experience.

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans, dental plan, vision plan, wellness program, and critical illness insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a sizeable company match.
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave, and parental leave for eligible employees.
• Basic life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage.
• Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance available.
• Tax‑saving accounts: health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, dependent care spending account.
• Tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.