Chemical Process Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Corning • Corning, NY

130d • $1,635 - $3,185

About The Position

The intern will support problem solving and development of fundamental understanding of properties in glass and ceramics. The intern will conduct experiments, design test plans and explore new ways to achieve desired material attributes. In addition to experimentation, the intern will be responsible for interpretation of experimental data; comparing with literature results; and writing and presenting a final report.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preference for Materials Science & Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Glass Science & Engineering, or Chemical Engineering).
• Minimum of 2+ years working towards the degree.
• Preference for students who will have completed their 3rd year of a BS level college engineering program prior to starting the internship.
• Graduating within 12 months of finishing the internship.
• Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2026 (May-August 2026).
• Graduation date of December 2026 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.

Nice To Haves

• Strong lab and experimental practices.
• Ability to collaborate and integrate solutions.
• Strong data analysis and visualization skills.
• Aim to learn new technologies and processes quickly.
• Knowledge of Corning processes and business systems.
• Initiative and leadership skills.
• Ability to grow a network to get things done.
• Dedication, creativity and the passion to build and improve daily.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support problem solving and development of understanding of properties in glass and ceramics.
• Conduct experiments and design test plans.
• Explore new ways to achieve desired material attributes.
• Interpret experimental data and compare with literature results.
• Write and present a final report.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Assistance with housing and travel.
• Meaningful project and final project presentation.
• Social and networking opportunities.
• Weekly tech talks.
• Community involvement.
• 100% company-paid pension benefit.
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support.
• Fitness programs.
• Company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
• Peer-to-peer recognition program.

What This Job Offers

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