Requisition Number: 78401
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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.
Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
Role Purpose- Internship in manufacturing engineering focused on product integrity.
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
Key Responsibilities- Developing tools for managing product data integrity for new product introduction to our external manufacturers
- Analyzing product designs for product data completeness and qualification streamlining
- Team based environment with internship work focused on a work-stream of an ongoing project.
- Collaboration with internal and external subject matter experts.
- Application of statistical tools.
- Provide project support to evaluate product quality through execution of tests with lab based systems.
- Review and interpret data to make recommendations on immediate actions, long term corrective actions, follow-up experiments, etc.
- Define and carry out experimental plans by setting up equipment (such as various types of measurement systems and mechanical apparatus), performing experimentation, data collection & analysis, and providing test reports.
- Maintain and improve a safe work environment.
Requirements- Pursing BS in an Engineering field. Preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Optical Science.
- Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2027 (May 26 - July 30, 2027) with a graduation date of December 2027 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
- Demonstrated problem solving techniques
- Demonstrated, applied mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to clearly express technical ideas.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to communicate effectively and work in teams.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint)
Desired Skills- SW Development experience in Python
- Ability to interpret drawings and schematics.
- Capable of performing complex data analysis using MS excel (SPC), or statistical software such as JMP or Minitab.
- Familiar with fiber optic theory.
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.
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