Process Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Location: Christiansburg, VA, US

Requisition Number: 77874

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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.

Corning’s Environmental Technologies segment manufactures ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile and stationary applications around the world.

Scope of Position

This is a technical intern position where you, the engineer, will be expected to apply fundamental but rigorous scientific methods and mechanistic understanding to improve processes and/or design capability for new and existing process and products, The work may require you to be able to influence across organizational boundaries.

Program Benefits

Competitive salaries

Housing assistance

Travel reimbursement

Intern Activities

Social and networking events

Volunteer opportunities

Community Involvement

Day to Day Responsibilities

You may be involved generating hypothesis, design and execution of experiments to facilitate and promote fundamental understanding

You may be involved in analysis of data and generating reports for sharing with team members and leaders

You may be involved in conducting hands on work in a laboratory, pilot or manufacturing environment.

You will communicate project status and updates to your supervisor as well as both the project team members and leaders. Communication may include memos, technical reports and verbal/oral presentations.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a BS or MS degree in a techinical field

Ability to collaborate with peers and integrate solutions Programming skills.

Self-Starter and Results-oriented.

Flexibility - Able to change and adjust smoothly as the situation demands.

Strong communication skills

Must be available for 10 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

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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A job that shapes a life.

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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 [email protected].