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Executive Assistant & Special Projects Coordinator

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Date: Mar 26, 2025

Location: Washington, DC, US, 20004

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 65943

 

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​                    

                                                          

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.  

 

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 

Role Purpose

  • Serves as primary administrative support for Senior Vice President, Global Government Affairs to include short, medium, and long-term scheduling, event materials preparation and management, travel arrangements, and expense reports
  • Provide project management support
  • Provide administrative support to visiting executives
  • Assist with general office management responsibilities in absence of Government Affairs Administrator or as requested

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of SVP calendar, including scheduling internal and external group meetings and compiling final briefing materials for day ahead
  • Maintain medium and long-term SVP planning calendar
  • Make travel arrangements, confirm details, and prepare expense reports in Concur
  • Maintain organized electronic files for SVP as well as briefing materials for GA staff
  • Coordinate closely with Government Affairs Administrator in arranging requests for office/meeting space for visiting Corning staff.  Ensure appropriate support for visiting executives such as IT needs, office supplies, building and suite access, etc.
  • Provide event support, including invitations/RSVP, catering, facilities management, set up, etc.
  • Provide project management, including basic research and materials coordination for SVP, Global Government Affairs, and broader GA team as requested
  • Draft routine correspondence and proof documents for accuracy
  • In the absence of the Government Affairs Administrator, perform office functions related to events, work orders, office supply orders, deliveries, etc.

 

Travel Requirements:

  •  As necessary

 

Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:

  • Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:30 pm; 40 hours/week; Overtime as needed; hours may adjust based on office needs.
  • This is an onsite role in the Washington, DC office. 

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Associate Degree in Business or Bachelors degree preferred
  • 3-5 years of executive level administrative and project support
  • Proficient in all Microsoft applications, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint, and Excel
  • Exceptional level of attention to detail and organization
  • Proactive and self-directed, with ability to prioritize competing priorities
  • Solid written and verbal communications skills
  • Sound judgement and discretion; elevates challenges when necessary and focuses on solutions

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Capitol Hill, Executive Branch experience highly desirable
  • Demonstrated project management skills and interest in operations/logistics
  • Collaborative and team oriented; solutions focused mindset
  • Ability to develop strong internal and external peer working relationships
  • Comfortable engaging stakeholders at all levels of an organization

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

 


The range for this position is [[$85,000.00]] - [[$105,000.00]] assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

 

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.


Nearest Major Market: Washington DC

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