K-12 Instructional Support Intern - Summer 2025

Requisition Number: 66687

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 Of Position:

The summer internship experience (Teach for Southern Tier New York) is a 6-week experience providing future educators with hands-on learning within local districts (Elmira City School District and Corning-Painted Post School District). As our intern, you are provided opportunities to apply theory to practice by designing and facilitating meaningful learning experiences for students. You are paired with a host/mentor teacher who provides 1:1 guidance and support. You’ll live, work, and experience the communities in which Corning operates, while cultivating your teaching skills. As our Intern, you will also be involved in various professional development and networking events where you will enhance your social capital to position you for success as you embark on your teaching career.

Program Benefits:

• Competitive salaries
• Housing assistance
• Exposure to local districts and talented educators
• Professional development to enhance your marketability and knowledge of instructional practices designed to meet the needs of all learners

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Support teachers in facilitating summer program curriculum;  
• Collaborate with teachers and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Education Manager to learn about inclusive and culturally responsive curriculum to implement within the host school and/or district;  
• Participate in weekly professional learning opportunities sponsored by program and host school staff;  
• Complete a portfolio, outlining experiences gained and skills learned;  
• Complete an organized weekly online journal, highlighting reflections, experiences, and skills learned throughout the week;  
• Complete an evaluation midway through the program at program completion;  
• Be punctual and follow all school and program policies, procedures, and NYS laws relevant to educators;  
• Engage in weekly 1:1s and group meetings with program staff. 

Travel Requirements:

• Travel to your host school and professional development experiences required

Hours of work:

• July 7, 2025 – August 15, 2025 
• Monday-Thursday: school hours (8am-3pm)
• Friday: business hours (8am-5pm)

Requirements:

• Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters within New York
• Will be teaching in New York after graduation

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.

​Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 
 

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. 
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.  
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. 
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.   
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

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.