Optical Test Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Corning•Keller, TX

4d•$42,510 - $82,810•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science, with technologies that push the boundaries of what's possible. The Optical Communications segment has evolved into a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions. 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. This internship is in manufacturing engineering focused on product integrity.

Requirements

Pursing BS in an Engineering field. Preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Optical Science.
Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2027 (May 26 - July 30, 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
Demonstrated problem solving techniques
Demonstrated, applied mechanical aptitude.
Ability to clearly express technical ideas.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to communicate effectively and work in teams.
Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

SW Development experience in Python
Ability to interpret drawings and schematics.
Capable of performing complex data analysis using MS excel (SPC), or statistical software such as JMP or Minitab.
Familiar with fiber optic theory.

Responsibilities

Developing tools for managing product data integrity for new product introduction to our external manufacturers
Analyzing product designs for product data completeness and qualification streamlining
Team based environment with internship work focused on a work-stream of an ongoing project.
Collaboration with internal and external subject matter experts.
Application of statistical tools.
Provide project support to evaluate product quality through execution of tests with lab based systems.
Review and interpret data to make recommendations on immediate actions, long term corrective actions, follow-up experiments, etc.
Define and carry out experimental plans by setting up equipment (such as various types of measurement systems and mechanical apparatus), performing experimentation, data collection & analysis, and providing test reports.
Maintain and improve a safe work environment.