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Process Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

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Date: Oct 16, 2025

Location: Christiansburg, VA, US, 24073

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 71233

 

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.  



Corning’s Environmental Technologies segment manufactures ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile and stationary applications around the world.

 

Scope of Position

Internship within a Process Engineering department at a ceramic substrate manufacturing facility.  The role includes planning, executing and participating in experimentation and projects to improve product quality, qualify materials, and improve process efficiency, with guidance and oversight from process engineering team members in the department.  The experience will include hands on work and will provide valuable experience for the intern in developing their knowledge of applying engineering to make practical improvements in a manufacturing environment.

 

Program Perks

  • Competitive salaries
  • Assistance with housing and travel
  • Meaningful project and final project presentation

 

Intern Activities

  • Social and networking opportunities
  • Weekly tech talks
  • Community involvement

 

 

Required Education and Experience

Completion of Sophomore level undergraduate in engineering or physical sciences, ideally Ceramics or Materials Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.

 

Desired Skills

The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for pursing fundamental knowledge, combined with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

 

Hours of Work

Your typical work schedule will be 8-5pm M-F although you should expect to have flexibility for off shift and weekend coverage is expected to support project assignments including overtime.

 

Required Skills/Coursework: 

•       Experience in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

•       Strong organizational skills

•       Ability to manage multiple tasks

•       Ability to build relationships and interact with all levels of the organization

•       Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information

•       Results-oriented

 

 

Desired Skills

•        Prior internship.

•        Exposure to a manufacturing facility.

•        Basic data analysis skills and statistical understanding.

 

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.

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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.

 

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.


Nearest Major Market: Blacksburg
Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia

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