Intern, Process Engineering - Summer 2027

About the role

Corning’s Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses. We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise. We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.

Role Purpose

The intern will support problem solving and expanding understanding in an innovative glass manufacturing process. The intern will learn about and support various manufacturing processes and support engineering teams in conducting experiments and analyze test results. Part of this assignment will require travel to Canton, NY.

Program Perks

• Competitive salaries
• Assistance with housing and travel
• Meaningful project and final project presentation
• Social and networking opportunities
• Weekly tech talks
• Community involvement

Key Responsibilities

• Author, supervise and analyzing experimental plans
• Direct communication with manufacturing, engineering, and research teams
• Communicate project status and updates to both the project team and to management, including memos, technical reports, and verbal presentations

Experiences/Education – Required

• Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Engineering (preference for Materials Science & Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Glass Science & Engineering, or Chemical Engineering) (Minimum of 2+ years working towards the degree)
• Preference is for students who will have completed their 3rd year of a BS level college engineering program prior to starting the internship and will be graduating within 12 months of finishing the internship

Skills Required

• Strong lab and experimental practices
• Ability to collaborate and integrate solutions
• Strong data analysis and visualization skills

Desired Skills

• Aim to learn new technologies and processes quickly
• Knowledge of Corning processes and business systems as well as being passionate about learning new technologies
• Initiative and leadership skills

Soft Skills

• Ability to grow a network to get things done
• Dedication, creativity and the passion to build and improve daily
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $1,635.00 – $3,185.00 biweekly. Starting pay for the successful applicant is prescribed based on geographic location, nature of position, and year in school.