Optical Fiber Engineering Co-Op

Purpose

As a part of an engineering team, utilize fundamental understanding to complete key project deliverables in manufacturing or technology development groups.

Scope of Position:

Support technology development by using engineering principles to improve manufacturing equipment and processes, improve products or to design, build, & evaluate prototypes. Analyze data to develop product, process, or equipment improvements. Give recommendations for improvements, present findings, and document work. Actively engage with cross-functional project teams to solve problems efficiently and effectively with the objective of meeting project requirements.

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

Responsibilities

• While participating in a team environment, own key project objectives critical to Corning’s success. 
• Interface with various engineering and operations groups to understand potential impact of product, equipment, and process changes.
• Ensure communication is established to address concerns and obtain assistance/buy-in.
• Review performance data on new processes/findings and effectively draw conclusions.
• Communicate effectively to personnel at various levels up to and including the staff level.
   

Education and Experience:

• BS/MS Electrical/Mechanical/Materials/Chemical or related engineering major; working towards
• Enrolled in an Engineering program
• To be considered for a Co-op at Corning Incorporated, you must be actively enrolled at a college or university as a full-time student seeking a bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2025 (May-August 2025) with a graduation date of December 2025 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

Required Skills

• Familiarity with engineering process fundamentals and scientific methodology (e.g. designing and using critical experiments to drive fundamental understanding)
• Data/statistical analysis skills
• Analytical problem-solving skills
• Ability to build relationships, work in teams and interact with all levels of the organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information
• Results-oriented
• Working knowledge or experience with design of experiments (DOE) concepts

Desired Skills:

• Collaboration in a multicultural environment
• Willingness to work with your hands
• Experience with Six Sigma DMAIC or similar principles