About the role#
This is a 6-month, full-time, paid Co-Op position based in Charlotte, North Carolina. You will work within the Corning Optical Communications packaging program, focusing on cost savings, sustainability, and innovation. You will receive on-the-job training and work on projects involving primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging.
What you'll do#
- Design, evaluate, and optimize packaging solutions for new and existing products.
- Support initiatives to improve packaging cost, quality, and sustainability.
- Participate in testing and validation activities, including assessments for product protection, handling, and distribution.
- Collect and analyze data to support engineering recommendations and emissions calculations.
- Prepare technical documentation such as specifications, test reports, and bills of material.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, logistics, and sourcing teams.
- Engage with suppliers to research materials and request samples.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Packaging Engineering degree or a comparable discipline.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
- Strong communication skills for working across various internal and external teams.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.
- Previous packaging internship experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlotte, NC.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: 6 months.
- Compensation: $1,635.00 - $3,185.00 biweekly, based on location and year in school.
- Note: This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
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.
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