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Operations Intern - Summer 2026

Corning Incorporated • Winston-Salem, NC • 17h ago

Date: Aug 29, 2025

Location: Winston-Salem, NC, US, 27107

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 69341

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.?

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

As a part of an engineering team, utilize fundamental understanding to complete key project deliverables in manufacturing or technology development groups.

Scope of Position: Support technology development by using engineering principles to improve manufacturing equipment and processes, improve products or to design, build, & evaluate proto@types. Analyze data to develop product, process, or equipment improvements. Give recommendations for improvements, present findings, and document work. Actively engage with cross-functional project teams to solve problems efficiently and effectively with the objective of meeting project requirements.

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

While participating in a team environment, own key project objectives critical to Corning's success.

Interface with various engineering and operations groups to understand potential impact of product, equipment, and process changes.

Ensure communication is established to address concerns and obtain assistance/buy-in.

Review performance data on new processes/findings and effectively draw conclusions.

Communicate effectively to personnel at various levels up to and including the staff level.

Experiences/Education - Required

Pursuing a BS/MS in Electrical/Mechanical/Materials/Chemical or related engineering major;

Enrolled in an Engineering program

To be considered for an internship at Corning Incorporated, you must be actively enrolled at a college or university as a full-time student seeking a bachelor's degree or higher.

Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2026 (May-August 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 at the posted job location

Requirements

Familiarity with engineering process fundamentals and scientific methodology (e.g. designing and using critical experiments to drive fundamental understanding)

Data/statistical analysis skills

Analytical problem-solving skills

Ability to build relationships, work in teams and interact with all levels of the organization

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information

Results-oriented

Working knowledge or experience with design of experiments (DOE) concepts

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.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Winston-Salem

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