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Chemical Engineering Co-Op - Spring 2026

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Date: Nov 20, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 71889

 

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.  

 

Role Purpose

Corning is at the forefront of advanced chemical manufacturing with Corning® Advanced-Flow™ Reactors (AFR), a global leader in end-to-end chemical processing for pharma, fine chemicals, specialty and high-performance materials.

 

Corning is looking for a co-op chemical engineering student. Embedded in a team of experienced scientist and engineers, you will be working on innovative processes leveraging Corning AFR and Corning material innovations. You will be working on-site at Corning Sullivan Park (Corning-NY) during the 2026 Spring semester.

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish manufacturing process flow diagram and/or P&ID for processes currently done at lab scale.
  • Dimension the main equipment and perform capital cost assessment
  • Compare different process options, including continuous flow options and batch options
  • List what needs to be true for the new manufacturing processes to meet their cost target
  • Analyze process data; propose and run experiments
  • Actively engage with the project team to identify opportunity for process simplification and cost reduction

Experiences/Education - Required

Education Required

  • Enrolled in BS or MS program in Chemical Engineering
  • Course work completed to include first & second year engineering studies.
  • 4-6 month co-op (Beginning Spring 2026)

 

Required Skills

  • Experience with chemical process simulation tools (AspenPlus, ChemCad, COMSOL, etc.)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information
  • Good team player - ability to relate to a range of co-workers from hourly to management.
  • Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Computer literate in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

 

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Familiarity with identifying HAZOPs and facilitating PHAs to ensure safe process design and operation.
  • Ability to design, execute experiments and interpret data using statistical tools and methods (e.g., DOE, Six Sigma, SAS-JMP, Minitab etc).
  • Understanding of intellectual property generation, capture and management

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.  

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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