Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Corning•City of Corning, NY

44d•$42,510 - $82,810•Onsite

About The Position

The candidate would serve as a member of Corning's Work Place Services Division to support both mechanical and electrical facility engineering initiatives. The candidate is required to be proficient in Auto CAD MEP. In this role, the intern will provide assistance for the following types of projects: Create and update facility drawings and schematics for mechanical and electrical systems. Applicant must be proficient in AutoCAD. Perform field verifications and measurements of existing mechanical equipment serving heating, air-conditioning and exhaust systems. Perform HVAC system equipment labeling and enter systems into the Maintenance management system (Maximo). Verify the heating and air-conditioning computer control graphics represent actual field conditions. Create AutoCAD drawing templates for HVAC projects.

Requirements

Enrolled in Mechanical Engineering program
High level of technical interest.
Ability to learn, develop and advance technical skills in design and system integration.
Ability to use experimentation to develop basic process knowledge, design prototype test systems, and perform proof of principle testing to validate design approach.
Ability to work in a team-based environment and contribute to a highly matrixed project team.
Self-starter with a positive attitude.
Sound problem solving and decision making processes and skills.
Results-oriented with a high commitment level.
Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2027 (May-August 2027) with a 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
Proficient in Auto CAD MEP
Proficient in AutoCAD

Nice To Haves

Creative thought
High commitment level
Experience with use of standard computer modeling and analysis software packages used in design of mechanical systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience presenting to groups.
Ability to effectively function in an environment with high levels of uncertainty, ambiguity, and change.
Demonstrated ability with building effective relationships.
Ability to work with people from a variety of different technical backgrounds

Responsibilities

Create and update facility drawings and schematics for mechanical and electrical systems.
Perform field verifications and measurements of existing mechanical equipment serving heating, air-conditioning and exhaust systems.
Perform HVAC system equipment labeling and enter systems into the Maintenance management system (Maximo).
Verify the heating and air-conditioning computer control graphics represent actual field conditions.
Create AutoCAD drawing templates for HVAC projects.