Research and Development Co-op - Optical Communications - Spring/Summer 2025

Scope of Position

The co-op will support the development of glass materials and processes that deliver optical fiber solutions with industry-leading optical properties and distinct advantage. The co-op will conduct experiments, design test plans and explore new ways to achieve desired material attributes. In addition to experimentation, the co-op will be responsible for interpretation of experimental data; comparing with literature results; and writing and presenting a final technical report.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

The co-op will oversee performing suitable background literature searches and executing a project plan.

• Provide technical expertise to optical fiber process development projects to increase Corning’s capabilities.
• Problem solving through advanced technical knowledge of process and property relations, and empirical and modeling data analysis to develop novel designs and to improve product performance
• Learn new techniques and methods as needed to support the project objectives
• Assist in the design of experiments, communicate observations, perform related measurements, collect, and summarize data
• Document the results of the research by the end of the summer and give a final presentation of project outputs.  

Experiences/Education - Required

• Pursuing PhD in Ceramic Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering, or similar discipline. 
• Ability to develop a hypothesis and an experimental plan to test
• Ability to build relationships and interact with team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information
• Experience working in a research lab and report writing
• Must be available during Spring and Summer 2025 with a graduation date of August 2025 or later
• Be interested in working for Corning, Inc after graduation, if presented with a full-time job opportunity. 
• Be willing to work at the posted job location(s)

Desired Skills

• State-of-the-art optical fiber technologies (commercial fibers as well as new advanced technologies such as multi-core fiber, hollow-core fiber etc.)
• Key optical fiber attributes and relevant design and process parameters that influence them    
• Mechanical testing