Quality Intern - Summer 2026

Role Purpose

As a Quality Intern, you will support the Plant Quality Manager and the Quality team in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (QMS). You will assist with key activities such as Document Control, Change Control, customer and regulatory audit preparation, internal audits, project coordination, training support (e.g., cGMP and record control), and cross-functional collaboration to ensure QMS progress. You will work closely with teams across Engineering, Operations, Development, and Procurement to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing Plant Document Control and Change Control activities.
• Support customer and regulatory audits by preparing documentation and assisting with audit processes.
• Contribute to the Internal Audit Program, including helping to conduct internal audits and document findings.
• Provide support for plant projects related to quality and compliance.
• Assist with organizing and facilitating training activities (e.g., cGMP, record control, etc.).
• Help maintain and periodically report metrics related to quality activities.
• Support Plant Safety programs to ensure a safe working environment.
• Assist with maintaining engineering drawings, project reports, specifications, and documentation.
• Support the implementation of work inspections and procedures, including assigning document numbers as needed.
• Participate in recommending process simplifications and continuous improvement efforts.
• Help ensure confidentiality of sensitive materials and compliance with local, national, and international standards.
• Assist in administering the Plant Records Retention Program, ensuring compliance in collaboration with the Department of Archives and Records Management (DARM).
• Provide support to the QA Coordinator and other team members as needed.
• Contribute to the achievement of Quality Department short- and long-term goals.

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

Experiences/Education - Required

• Currently pursuing enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in a field such as Statistics, Engineering, or Journalism.
• Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2026 (May 27-July 31, 2026) with a graduation date of December 2026 or later
• Be interested in working for Corning, Inc after graduation, if presented with a full-time job opportunity.
• Be willing to work in Oneonta, NY.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• A desire to learn and continuously improve.
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Ability to work effectively within a dynamic team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with individuals from various cultural backgrounds and organizational levels.