Law Department Intern - Summer 2026

Corning • Corning, NY

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About The Position

Corning Incorporated's Law Department is seeking a motivated Law Intern who will have completed their first year of law school at an accredited law school by the summer of 2026 to join our dynamic legal team for the 2026 internship program. This position provides an opportunity to understand the practice of law within a corporate context and gain hands-on experience in a supportive, mentoring environment. Program Perks: Competitive salaries Assistance with housing and travel Meaningful project and final project presentation Intern Activities: Social and networking opportunities Weekly tech talks Community involvement

Requirements

• Enrollment in an accredited law school pursuing JD.
• Strong academic performance.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Proficiency in using legal research software (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2026 (May-July 2026)
• Be willing to work at the posted job location.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal research and drafting legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and briefs.
• Attend client meetings, court proceedings, and other legal events under the guidance of senior lawyers.
• Review and organize case files and manage case documents.
• Support attorneys in trial preparation and case management.
• Analyze and summarize legal issues for review.
• Assist in the preparation of legal opinions and advice.
• Maintain confidentiality of all legal documents and client information.
• Perform administrative tasks as required.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees