Precision Glass Forming, R & D Intern - Summer 2027 at Corning | Corning, NY, US | Rezi

Precision Glass Forming, R & D Intern - Summer 2027 at Corning

Precision Glass Forming, R & D Intern - Summer 2027

Corning · Corning, NY, US

5 days ago

Precision Glass Forming, R & D Intern - Summer 2027

Corning · Corning, NY, US

5 days ago
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About the Role

Join a cross-functional R&D team at Sullivan Park working on precision glass forming for new optical fiber products. You will analyze process data, turn it into clear insights, and advance a technical initiative. The summer ends with a completed project and a final presentation.

Responsibilities

  • Support precision glass forming development for new optical fiber products
  • Analyze experimental and process data to identify trends and inform technical decisions
  • Build graphs and visual summaries that communicate results to engineers and project stakeholders
  • Drive a defined technical initiative from planning through completion, with guidance from a mentor
  • Work with cross-functional team members to gather inputs, run experiments, and review results
  • Document methods, findings, and recommendations
  • Present project results to the team at the end of the internship

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field
  • Available full-time and onsite at Sullivan Park from June through August 2027
  • Experience analyzing data and creating graphs in Excel or a comparable tool, through coursework, projects, or lab work
  • Coursework in heat transfer
  • Coursework in materials science, chemistry, or related topics
  • Experience with JMP or other statistical analysis tools
  • Prior research, lab, or hands-on project experience
  • Exposure to glass, ceramics, or fiber processing
  • Completes the assigned precision glass forming project
  • Delivers a final presentation of methods, data, results, and recommended next steps
  • Hands off documentation and data so the team can continue the work
  • This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

Skills

  • Interprets technical data and draws supported conclusions
  • Presents technical findings clearly to engineers and project stakeholders
  • Collaborates with a cross-functional team to deliver shared project outcomes
  • Takes ownership of a technical initiative and tracks it to completion with mentor guidance

Location

  • Sullivan Park

Work Type

  • Onsite
  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Intern

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree

Salary/Compensations

  • $1,635.00 - $3,185.00 biweekly

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries
  • Assistance with housing and travel
  • Meaningful project and final project presentation
  • Social and networking opportunities
  • Weekly tech talks
  • Community involvement

About the Company

  • Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science.
  • Our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.
  • 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.

Equal Opportunity

  • 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.
  • 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.