Optical Fiber Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Role Purpose

As a part of an engineering team in an Optical Fiber manufacturing facility, utilize fundamental understanding to complete key project deliverables within the plant engineering organization.

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 improve or 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

Key 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.

Experiences/Education - Required

Education and Experience:

• Enrolled in an Engineering program
• Pursuing a BS/MS in Electrical/Mechanical/Materials/Chemical or related engineering major
• To be considered for an internship 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 2026 (May-August 2026) with a graduation date of December 2026 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

Experiences/Education - Desired

Desired Skills:

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

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Able to handle ambiguity to get results
• Technical curiosity
• Flexibility
• Time management and ability to prioritize work
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)