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BRiTE - Commercial Rotational Program

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Date: Aug 11, 2026

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 75784

The company built on breakthroughs.  
Join us. 

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.   

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.  

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.  

Come break through with us. 

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.

Role Purpose

Corning Optical Communications: Commercial Rotational Program

The BRiTE (Broad. Relevant. Tangible. Experience.) program provides new graduates with the unique opportunity to gain hands-on, broad commercial experience by completing four rotations across various business functions. Each rotation is intentionally designed and includes commercial project work, experiential learning, mentoring relationships and leadership development opportunities in the following areas:

Sales (Inside Sales and Field Sales)
Marketing and Market Development
Engineering & Customer Experience
Product Line Management

Participants will gain valuable experience working alongside mentors on real-life projects, develop critical skills to jump-start their careers, and build a network by collaborating with company leaders and teams across the organization.

Experiences/Education - Required

Required Experience and Skills:

GPA of 3.0 or higher
Bachelor's degree in the following fields:
- Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Telecom Industry, e.g., Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Management, Optical Science and Engineering)
- Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Physics, Chemistry
Graduation date of December 2025 or May 2026
Ability to articulate interest in working in commercial roles such as sales, marketing, sales support, field engineering, product marketing and/or product management functions

Key Attributes:

Interested in working in different corporate functions
Thrives in a diverse work environment
Inquisitive and curious
Entrepreneurial
Flexible and mobile
Comfortable working on your own and in groups
Driven and self-aware

Experiences/Education - Desired

Desired Experience and Skills:

Multiple Internships
Leadership roles on campus
Study Abroad/international travel
Language skills (fluent in more than 1 language)
Large company intern experience (commercial related)

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $63,000.00 - $86,625.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

A job that shapes a life. 

Corning offers you the total package. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte

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