2026 PPG Primers Internship
Ppg
Paid 12‑week full‑time internship at PPG sites, working on real projects and development.
8 days ago ago
Entry-level
Internship
Pittsburgh, PA
Onsite
Company Size
47,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Coatings
Paints
Specialty Products
Industrial Solutions
Performance Coatings
Automotive Refinish
Architectural Coatings
Aerospace Coatings
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Automotive OEM
Automotive Refinish
Industrial Coatings
Packaging Coatings
Protective & Marine Coatings
Civil Infrastructure
Offshore
Role
What you would be doing
final presentation
process improvement
product development
system updates
best practices
stakeholder delivery
- Creating and delivering a Final Presentation to business stakeholders
- collaborating on a project that could include process improvement, creation of new PPG products, updating current systems, researching best practices, and more
What you bring
full-time
business
engineering
it
us citizen
relocation
- Currently enrolled full-time studying one or more of the following areas:
- Business Administration, Business Analysis or Analytics
- Willing to relocate to an internship site for the program duration
- Located in Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Los Angeles, Greensboro or potential other sites as needed
- focused on meaningful projects, expanding your academic knowledge, and fostering collaboration within teams
- Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Materials Science, and more)
- Information Technology
- Undergraduate student graduating between December 2026 and May 2028
- Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.
- 2 Day onsite onboarding and orientation at our headquarters in Pittsburgh
- “Lead the Way” - a series geared towards introducing interns to senior leaders throughout the summer
- Learning and Development workshops focused on professional communications, enhancing leadership, and building networks
- Volunteer Opportunities through our community partnerships
- full-time (40 hours/week), paid, and run for 12 weeks: May 19th – August 7th or June 22nd – September 11th
- National Intern Day Celebration with other Primers
- In person and virtual networking events
- Mentorship through our One PPG Mentoring Program
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1883
Historical Milestone
This reflects the company's long-standing presence and contributions to the industry over more than a century.
- A global leader in coatings and specialty materials.
- A history of innovation has enabled the development of cutting-edge products for diverse industries worldwide.
- Serves multiple sectors, including automotive, aerospace, industrial, and consumer goods.
- Strong presence in more than 70 countries with a vast portfolio of products and services.
- Provides high-performance coatings to help businesses protect and beautify their assets.
- Products are used across industries ranging from automotive to marine and construction.
- Research and development efforts focus on creating sustainable and durable solutions.
- Expanded market position through strategic acquisitions in recent years.
- Recognized as a leader in materials science and coatings technology.
- Operate safe and healthful workplaces by trusting and rewarding employees.
- Cultivate a sense of belonging and harness diversity to drive innovation.
- Conduct business ethically and compliantly.
- Minimize environmental impact through operations.
- Deliver innovative products and solutions to maximize customer asset performance.
- Create mutual value through partnerships with suppliers and customers.
- Deliver positive change in the communities where operations occur.
- Partner with customers to create mutual value.
- Unite as a global team to represent 'One PPG'.
- Trust employees daily in every aspect of work.
- Strive for continuous improvement to achieve better outcomes.
50% by 2030
GHG Emissions Reduction Target
Target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions validated by SBTi.
30% by 2030
Scope 3 GHG Emissions Target
Target to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions validated by SBTi.
41%
Sustainably Advantaged Products
Percentage of sales from sustainably advantaged products in 2024.
48%
Process Waste Management
Percentage of process waste reused, recycled, or recovered in 2024.
- Committed to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year (SBTi-validated)
- Committed to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2019 base year (SBTi-validated)
- 6% reduction in scope 3 GHG emissions in 2024 vs. 2019 baseline
- 18% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions in 2024 vs. 2019 baseline
- 28% reduction in water intensity at priority sites in water-stressed areas in 2024
- 98% of key suppliers assessed against sustainability and social responsibility criteria in 2024
- Completed on-site solar installation in Caivano, Italy reducing ~390 metric tons CO₂ annually
- Joined Make it Zero initiative in April 2025 to reduce scope 3 emissions in DIY sector
Over 8,600 members
Employee Networks Growth
Eight Employee Resource Networks expanded to over 8,600 members across more than 60 countries in 2023.
32% Female Representation
Global Workforce Diversity
In 2023, 32% of non-frontline, global female professionals were represented in the workforce.
42% Participation Goal
Program Growth
The company aims for 42% global participation in Employee Resource Networks and DE&I programs by 2025.
9,809 Trained
DE&I Training
Since 2020, 9,809 people managers and employees have participated in allyship, inclusion, and DE&I hiring training.
- DE&I learning journeys launched globally for all employees and leaders since 2020
- Over 24,000 participants attended ERN events and DE&I learning experiences in 2023
- Increased non-frontline U.S. headcount since 2021: Black +42%, Latino +44%, Asian +26%
- 35 DE&I Listen & Learn sessions held in 2023 with more than 2,100 employees participating
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