Intern - Inorganic Materials - Summer 2027

Corning
  • Corning, NY
  • $1,635–$3,185
  • Autofill and Review
5 days ago

Job Description

Requisition Number: 79310

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.  

Scope of Position

Corning Incorporated is a world leader in specialty glass and ceramics, focusing on keystone components that enable high-technology systems for consumer electronics, mobile emissions control, telecommunications, and life sciences. Corning’s Inorganic Materials (IOM) group is recognized as the leader in materials discovery and innovative technology. IOM is seeking a 2027 summer intern who is interested in materials science and the optical properties of glassy materials. The intern will contribute to project work with experiment design, hands-on labwork, materials characterization, and documentation

Program Benefits

  • Competitive salaries
  • Housing assistance
  • Travel reimbursement

Intern Activities

  • Social and networking events
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Community Involvement

Day to Day Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute experiments for glass preparation
  • Process glass samples and organize characterization
  • Share results and ideas at regular meetings
  • Document results in reports and presentations

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in a field related to materials science
  • Basic understanding of materials science
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage routine follow-up tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Comfortable learning new systems and processes.

Desired Skills

  • Basic understanding of glass science
  • Data tracking and reporting
  • Analytical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Professional communication
  • Process documentation

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.

A job that shapes a life.  

 

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?subject=Corning%20Accommodations

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Numbers & Facts

LocationCorning, NY
Salary$1,635–$3,185

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Biologyunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Consumer Electronicsunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Experiment Designunmatched
  • Material Scienceunmatched
  • Medical Productsunmatched
  • Networking Eventsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Social Networkingunmatched
  • Telecommunicationsunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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