Administrative Assistant Intern - Summer 2025

Requisition Number: 65357

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. 

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets.

We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

Scope/Purpose of Position:

As an Admin Intern at Corning, your role is crucial. You'll provide administrative and clerical support to individuals within our organization while also offering project support to our administrative team when necessary.

Overview

At Corning, our summer internship experience is a dynamic and immersive opportunity for growth. As an intern, you'll be fully integrated into our organization, living, working, and engaging with the vibrant communities in which Corning operates. Throughout your internship, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience, building essential on-the-job skills. We expect our interns to apply their knowledge and practices both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Working closely with experienced supervisors or mentors, you'll interact with the most current technologies, subject matter experts, and leaders who will help shape your professional journey.

The Admin Intern Program at Corning serves as a vital steppingstone in our talent development strategy. We aim to cultivate a robust pipeline of talent to fill entry-level roles for both immediate and future needs.

Program Benefits:

As an Admin Intern, you can expect the following benefits:

• Competitive salaries.
• Housing assistance to support your stay during the internship.
• Travel reimbursement.

Intern Activities:

We believe in fostering a well-rounded internship experience, and you'll have the opportunity to engage in:

• Social and networking events to connect with peers and professionals.
• Volunteer opportunities that allow you to give back to the communities we serve.
• Community involvement, helping you understand and contribute to our broader mission.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Process Paper Mail Daily
• Summer BBQ Picnic Planning Committee
• Assist Community Engagement group with Corning sponsored external events.
• Patent Awards Planning Committee – help with proofing plaques.
• Filing case folders in Patent Storage area when needed
• Meeting prep and attend meetings.
• Managing copiers/fax machines – checking paper supply
• Admin support for a Director – with guidance from Lead Admin (calendaring, travel logistics, staff meeting prep, expense reports)

Projects:

• Patent Proofing
  • Once a US application has issued into a granted patent, Corning compares the USPTO published patent with our internal documents to make sure everything on the US patent is correct and accurate.
• Log Destroyed Files
  • Once the files are deemed to be destroyed, they are to be logged on the Destroyed File list and then logged on to the Master Iron Mt. list.
• Reorganization of IP Patent Storage Area
  • Reorganize files in correct file drawers, all files will need to be removed from the drawers and refiled correctly, some files need to be purged and destroyed.

Requirements:

• Pursuing a degree in General Business or Business Administration
• 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.

Desired Skills:

• A professional presence, maturity, and appearance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities, an unwavering attention to detail, and a commitment to error-free work.
• Self-motivation, a proactive approach, and a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, seeking assistance when necessary.
• Discretion to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Prioritization skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Adaptability to learn new computer and technology skills and processes.
• Accessibility, dependability, and reliability.

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.

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.