Intern, Engineering - Summer 2027
Apply now »Date: Sep 16, 2026
Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 78161
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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.
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Corning's Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses.
We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise. We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.
Role Purpose
The Engineering Intern supports engineering, operations, and continuous improvement initiatives at Sullivan Park through data analysis, process evaluation, technical documentation, and process/project-based engineering support. This role provides hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment and the opportunity to contribute to efforts that improve efficiency, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
- Support engineering and operations teams in analyzing workflows, processes, and system performance
- Assist with data collection, organization, and analysis to identify trends, issues, and improvement opportunities
- Help develop, update, and maintain technical documentation, reports, and visual tools that support project execution and decision-making
- Participate in process improvement and problem-solving initiatives focused on efficiency, reliability, and standardization
- Observe and document current-state processes, operational workflows, and cross-functional handoffs
- Support engineering projects through technical review, field verification, and coordination of project-related tasks as needed
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and other cross-functional partners to support project work and continuous improvement efforts
- Present observations, analyses, and recommendations to team members and leadership as appropriate
- Follow all applicable safety, quality, and workplace policies, practices, and procedures
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Experiences/Education - Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
Required Skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collect, organize, and interpret technical or operational data
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Experience using spreadsheets and other tools for data analysis and reporting
- Familiarity with engineering problem-solving, experimental methods, or process evaluation
- Basic programming or technical software capability, such as MATLAB, Python, C, or similar tools
- Basic familiarity with AI-enabled tools or digital technologies that support analysis, workflow improvement, reporting, or productivity
- Willingness to learn how emerging tools, including AI, can be applied responsibly and practically to improve engineering work processes and decision-making
Desired Skills/Experience
- Internship, project, laboratory, or other hands-on experience in an engineering or technical environment
- Experience supporting technical documentation, risk-based thinking, process analysis, or project execution
- Exposure to continuous improvement, process optimization, or structured problem-solving methodologies
- Experience reviewing technical drawings, workflows, or system documentation
- Experience designing or executing experiments, analyzing results, and summarizing findings in a clear and practical way
- Demonstrated ability to present technical findings or recommendations to peers, team members, or leaders
- Leadership experience through student organizations, team leadership, or volunteer coordination
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.
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Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
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