Chemistry/Chemical Engineering Internship- Summer 2025

Who We Are

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. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$39,500.00-$50,500.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire.   Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors.

Interns thrive at JM because we give our employees the ability to do things they wouldn't be able to anywhere else. As a Chemical Engineering Intern in R&D you will work side by side with other engineering professionals and leadership by participating in hands on activities such as sampling, analysis, troubleshooting, and process improvements as well as being responsible for documentation and various initiatives.

Job Duties:

• Work under supervision of senior scientists.
• Synthesize and evaluate chemical and physical properties of polymers including pH, kinetic studies, and manufacturing.
• Physical testing of composites and thermal analysis.
• Documentation and record keeping.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering.
• Upcoming senior or recent undergraduate that is pursuing further education.  
• Ability to start full time in May 2025 and work until August 2025.
• Emphasis on organic, physical or analytical chemistry.

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with several scientists on various projects.
• Ability to coordinate and work with cross functional groups including Analytical, Business and Sourcing Groups.

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
• Solid works experience

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The Johns Manville Internship Program is designed to provide challenging and fulfilling work in your area of expertise. We also offer additional opportunities from community service events, social outings, and intern seminars to allow you to give back, network, and gain a broader understanding of JM and its functions. We take a holistic approach to your development and are committed to providing valuable experience for both you and the company. At the conclusion of the summer, all interns will have the opportunity to present their achievements to functional leaders at our headquarters in Denver, Colorado. We encourage you to find out why interning with us is such a rewarding experience by checking out the internship page on our website.

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities. Our D&I council is composed of employees from locations across North American & Europe who meet regularly and work to promote and foster an environment of inclusion. Born from our D&I council is our network of employee resource groups (ERGs) that are focused on supporting diverse communities in the workplace. Review more about our diversity & inclusion initiatives on JM’s Career page.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.