Optical Test Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible. With our people breaking through limitations and expectations every day, they help move the company and the world forward. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact—connecting the unconnected, driving the future of automobiles, transforming at-home entertainment, and ensuring the delivery of lifesaving medicines. The Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry, split into carrier network and enterprise network product groups. Role Purpose: Internship in manufacturing engineering focused on product integrity.

Responsibilities

• Developing tools for managing product data integrity for new product introduction to external manufacturers
• Analyzing product designs for product data completeness and qualification streamlining
• Working in a team‑based environment with internship work focused on a work‑stream of an ongoing project
• Collaborating with internal and external subject matter experts
• Applying statistical tools
• Providing project support to evaluate product quality through execution of tests with lab‑based systems
• Reviewing and interpreting data to make recommendations on immediate actions, long‑term corrective actions, follow‑up experiments, etc.
• Defining and carrying out experimental plans by setting up equipment (such as various types of measurement systems and mechanical apparatus), performing experimentation, data collection & analysis, and providing test reports
• Maintaining and improving a safe work environment

Requirements

• Pursuing BS in an Engineering field (preferably Mechanical, Electrical, or Optical Science)
• Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2027 (May 26 - July 30, 2027) with a graduation date of December 2027 or later
• Be interested in working for Corning, Inc after graduation, if presented with a full‑time job opportunity
• Be willing to work at the posted job location
• Demonstrated problem solving techniques
• Demonstrated, applied mechanical aptitude
• Ability to clearly express technical ideas
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in teams
• Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint)

Skills

• SW Development experience in Python
• Ability to interpret drawings and schematics
• Capable of performing complex data analysis using MS Excel (SPC), or statistical software such as JMP or Minitab
• Familiar with fiber optic theory

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Assistance with housing and travel
• Mean