Job Description:

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings.  We cover each other.  Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to begin, grow, and develop in your career.  Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo.  We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Co-Opportunity is a chance for you to learn about your chosen field in a real work environment with experienced GAF professionals. You’ll be involved in high-profile projects as an integral member of our working teams. We offer full-time assignments to those students who are working toward undergraduate or graduate degrees in chemical, electrical and mechanical engineering. Each assignment lasts a school term, and you may be invited to return for additional terms while you continue your education. You will receive a competitive salary and - depending on location - a temporary living allowance or relocation allowance.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Performing raw material quality assurance activities and material performance.

Conducting problem solving investigations and troubleshooting to assure root cause is identified, counter measures and recurrence prevention are fully implemented.

Supporting quality improvement initiatives directly or indirectly with suppliers.

Providing technical support and analytical analysis for material issues.

Involvement with data flow diagrams/technical diagrams.

At GAF, We Require: 

Spring term candidates must be able to work full-time for a minimum of 6-months (January - June 2025). Summer term candidates must be able to work full-time for 3 months (June - Aug 2025). We also offer combined Spring/Summer terms (January - Aug 2025).

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.

All candidates must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, with at least a sophomore standing.

Problem solving, project management and communication skills are all necessary as is the ability to operate in a team environment. In addition, candidates must have the ability to generate accurate and concise technical reports.

Candidates should also have computer skills in Google as well as basic knowledge of MS Visio and Auto CAD.

Each rotation typically culminates with a formal report-out presentation to a group of GAF leaders from multiple functional areas.

Consideration will be given based on geography, candidate experience, and qualifications.

Hourly Rate: 24.00

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).