Administrative Assistant Intern - Summer 2026

Corning • Corning, NY

101d • $1,635 - $3,185

About The Position

As an Admin Intern at Corning, your role is crucial. You will provide administrative and clerical support to individuals within our organization. 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. 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. Corning's businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate Level program; preference for Business major.
• Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2026 (May-August 2026) with a graduation date of December 2026 or later.
• A professional presence, maturity, and appearance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Discretion to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Prioritization skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Adaptability to learn new computer and technology skills.
• Accessibility, dependability, and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and manage complex meetings across multiple time zones.
• Maintain and update calendars for the team.
• Assist with coordination for events such as legal hearings and lab tours.
• Help store, sort, and track important legal files.
• Use Onit, Corning's legal matter management system, to track and manage legal matters.
• Arrange international and domestic travel for staff.
• Support tasks related to educational scholarships and corporate awards.
• Assist in processing change orders and preparing periodic reports.
• Manage and organize sample coordinating tasks to support team projects.
• Work with external vendors and assist as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Housing assistance to support your stay during the internship.
• Travel reimbursement.
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
• Medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support.
• Fitness programs and company-paid life insurance.
• Disability and disease management programs.
• Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Recognition program to celebrate successes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree