Optical Metrology Intern - Summer 2026

Corning•Keene, NH

35d

About The Position

In this role as a summer engineering intern you will support the design, analysis, and manufacturing of world-class, high-precision opto-mechanical systems, as well as hyperspectral imaging systems. This is a dynamic position for an individual to work as part of Corning Advanced Optics' Aerospace and Defense engineering team to develop custom precision opto-mechanical systems based on Keene's world-class precision machining core competency. Primary duties will involve working within optical metrology team to design, engineer & build opto-mechanical systems and hyperspectral imaging systems including development of testing approach and instrumentation

Requirements

Pursuing a degree in Optics or related discipline with concentration in Optics or hyperspectral imaging
Basic understanding of optical systems and optical metrology
High level of technical curiosity and ability to learn, develop, and advance technical skills in precision engineering and opto-mechanical product development.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2026 (May-August 2026) 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

Nice To Haves

Ability to use experimentation to develop basic process knowledge, design prototype test systems, and perform proof of principle testing to validate metrology approach.
Confidence in interaction with all levels of the organization. (Production techs to Sr. Leadership)
Experience with interferometry, MTF, and other optical metrology instruments
Ability to function on a product development team of multi-disciplinary engineers.
Working knowledge of analysis tools such as MatLab or Excel.

Responsibilities

design, engineer & build opto-mechanical systems
design, engineer & build hyperspectral imaging systems
development of testing approach and instrumentation

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Assistance with housing and travel
Meaningful project and final project presentation
Social and networking events
Volunteer opportunities
Community Involvement
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.