Global Planning Intern - Summer 2027

Corning•Charlotte, NC

5d•$42,510 - $82,810

About The Position

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. 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. Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, Analytics, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Excel; experience with SAP, data visualization tools, or analytical tools is a plus
Ability to work effectively across teams and manage multiple priorities
Strong attention to detail and interest in supply chain planning, customer operations, or manufacturing
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

Nice To Haves

Prior internship, academic project, or coursework related to supply chain, operations, manufacturing, analytics, or customer planning
Experience working with large data sets and turning analysis into clear recommendations
Interest in global operations, planning processes, and continuous improvement
Interest in supporting customers in a high-growth business environment

Responsibilities

Support the Global Planning team with analysis related to demand, supply, capacity, and inventory
Assist with customer supply chain management activities for key hyperscale data center customers
Help gather, organize, and validate data used in planning, forecast discussions, and customer supply reviews
Support work related to forecast accuracy, inventory optimization, and supply chain performance tracking
Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and planning summaries for internal stakeholders and customer-related discussions
Partner with planning, manufacturing, supply chain, and operations teams on project work and process improvement efforts
Contribute to initiatives related to planning processes, systems, and operational efficiency
Assist with KPI tracking and help identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities in support of business growth
Document action items, follow-ups, and key takeaways from cross-functional meetings
Provide analytical and project support for strategic or operational supply chain initiatives during the summer assignment