Working Student - Sustainability (m/f/d)

Requisition Number: 62978

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

As a sustainability working student you will be responsible for supporting the sustainability team in improving product stewardship practices.

Responsibilities:

• Develop recommendations about material emission factors related to our industry and activities
• Develop recommendations on LCA modelling fundamentals for specific applications
• Contribute to a variety of research methods to analyze, report, and provide recommendations for sustainability projects and programs
• Assist in conducting Life Cycle Assessments for products or processes
• Collaborate with the Sustainability Team to model environmental impacts and suggest improvements based on LCA findings
• Research internal and external communications about sustainability topics
• General research and data collection on sustainability topics as needed

Education and Experience:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Material Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong interest and understanding of sustainability principles and practices
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Familiarity with emissions factors and Life Cycle Assessment concepts is a plus
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.