Plant Technology Intern - Summer 2027

Plant Technology Intern - Summer 2027

Date: Sep 30, 2026

Location

Wilmington, NC, US, 28405

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 77506

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.

Corning is the world leader in specialty glass and ceramics, creating and manufacturing keystone components that enable high-technology systems in consumer electronics, mobile emissions control, and life sciences. Our Optical Communications segment delivers connectivity to every edge of the network, from optical fiber, cable, hardware, and equipment to fully-optimized optical solutions. What we do is life changing. Our innovations help customers keep pace with the world’s insatiable demand for bandwidth, accelerating the delivery of information and keeping the world connected to the important people, places, and things that enhance our lives.

Purpose:

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

Scope of Position:

• Use scientific method to design and conduct testing/experimentation to collect required data.
• Analyze process data to develop product, process, or equipment improvements.
• Give recommendation for improvements, present findings, and document work.

Program Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Housing assistance
• Travel reimbursement

Intern Activities

• Social and networking events
• Volunteer opportunities
• Community Involvement

Responsibilities

• While participating in a team environment, own key project objectives critical to Corning’s success.
• Interface with various technology, 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.
• Must be available for 12 weeks during Summer 2027 (May-August 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

Education and Experience:

• BS/MS ChemE, MSE, Ceramic Engr., MechE, EE/Controls, Physics, CompSci, CompE, or similar in progress
• GPA of 3.2 or above
• Relevant experience a plus

Required Skills

• 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

Hours of work / work schedule / flex-time:

• Basic work hours are 40hrs/week; 8am-5pm; additional hours/weekends when needed to meet project objectives

• Travel

Requirements

• None

Background and Reference Materials:

• To familiarize yourself with optical fiber, we sug