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Ceramic Processing Intern - Summer 2026

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Date: Nov 13, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 71775

 

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 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 

Role Purpose

The individual will join Corning’s Ceramic Forming Directorate as a ceramic processing summer intern. As a Ceramic Processing Intern, you will assist in providing technical insight, designing, and executing experiments to develop a fundamental understanding of ceramic forming processes. This internship primarily focuses on supporting new process technologies being researched by Corning for products such as energy materials, battery materials, honeycomb filters, and other emerging ceramic composites.

We are looking for a motivated individual with a keen interest in ceramic processing, a willingness to learn and grow, and strong interpersonal skills to work with interdisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will possess effective communication and presentation skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Some exposure to technical research, data analysis, and hands-on experimentation is desirable.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in maintaining a safe and efficient lab environment while adhering to Corning’s Values.
  • Support the development or optimization of processes to produce inorganic ceramic green bodies using techniques such as tape casting, gel casting, slip casting, powder processing, forming, and sintering.
  • Help evaluate and refine organic binder formulations and their characteristics to enhance ceramic green body production processes.
  • Participate in process R&D activities, including experimental planning, execution, data collection, and analysis.
  • Collaborate with development, engineering, and operational teams to share findings, assist in transferring process knowledge, and support ongoing projects.


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

Experiences/Education - Required

  • College student pursuing B.S or Ph. D in Material Science and Engineering, Ceramic Science and Engineering, Chemistry or similar discipline.
  • Completion of relevant coursework in ceramic material or ceramic processing is required.
  • Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and safety protocols
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail; meticulous and deep thinking.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2026 (May 27-July 31, 2026) with a graduation date of December 2026 or later.
  • Be willing to work at the posted job location: Corning, NY.

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Experience with ceramic forming techniques such as tape casting, gel casting, slip casting, powder processing.
  • Experience with ceramic firing and sintering techniques.
  • Exposure to basic characterization methods for ceramic material such as TGA, DSC, XPS, SEM, etc.

 

 

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.

 

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

 

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.


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