IT Intern, Network Security - Summer 2026

Requisition Number: 70362

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
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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.  

The global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies.  Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes.  IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide.

Scope of the Position

The purpose of the internship is to gain an understanding around network security policy management, troubleshoot and support where needed, and monitor the process along with reporting the results.

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

• Policy Management: Design and implement network access control policies based on organizational requirements. Configure authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) protocols.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve ISE-related issues, including authentication or performance problems. Provide technical support to teams using ISE for network and endpoint security.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor ISE system health and performance. Generate reports on network access, security events, and policy compliance.

Education & Experience

• Relevant interest in network security, general understanding of networking, Interest in learning Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and its role in network access control and endpoint security.
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Relevant experience a plus

Required Skills

• Ability to work with operating systems (Windows, Linux) and troubleshoot basic system issues.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and network security.

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.  

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning wins, we all win.     
• Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

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.