About the role#
This is a 10-week summer internship where you will join the operations team. You will work on projects that support manufacturing areas and apply engineering principles to improve performance. The role involves working in a team environment while contributing as an individual on specific technical assignments.
What you'll do#
- Lead a project to identify the root causes of issues and install permanent solutions.
- Develop your knowledge of materials, processes, or equipment within specific manufacturing areas.
- Recommend and implement fixes for long-term performance problems.
- Improve existing technologies and help develop new ones.
- Participate in social networking, tech talks, and community involvement activities.
What you'll need#
- You are pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering.
- You have completed at least one semester of core engineering coursework.
- Your GPA is above 3.0.
- You have a graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- You are interested in a full-time career with the company after graduation.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Durham, North Carolina.
- The internship runs for 10 weeks from May 26 to July 30, 2027.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
- We do not provide immigration sponsorship for this role.
About Corning Incorporated
Corning Incorporated operates as a manufacturer in the glass, ceramics, and concrete sectors. Founded in 1851, the company maintains its headquarters in Corning, New York. It employs over 22,000 people across its global operations. The firm focuses on optical communications, mobile consumer electronics, display technology, automotive components, and life sciences equipment.
How to get in at Corning Incorporated
Applying to Corning Incorporated early provides a distinct advantage because recruiters review applications as they arrive. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, helping you apply among the first before the candidate pool grows. You can secure a better position in the queue by acting on these notifications immediately. Reaching out to the right people helps you bypass the standard application process. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company roles so you can contact them directly to ask about the position or a referral. This direct approach often improves your response rates compared to submitting a resume into a general portal.


