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Requisition Number: 78101 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.  The Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs. Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices. Role Purpose Summer engineering intern position to support the research and development of Microwave RF products. This is a dynamic position for an individual to work as part of Corning Advanced Optics’ mechanical design team. Focus will be to work on new designs for RF Microwave connectors, optimizing fabrication and metrology methods. 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 Key Responsibilities Responsibilities may include mechanical design/engineering, prototyping, new product introduction, design of experiments, modeling / analysis support of RF interconnect designs. Experiences/Education - Required • Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Optical, Manufacturing, or Engineering Science • Coursework in Mechanical, Optical, Manufacturing, or Engineering Science. • Strong organizational skills and detail oriented. • Good written and oral communication skills. • Working knowledge of engineering tools such as Solidworks, ANSYS, MATLAB, or similar tools. • 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 This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $1,635.00 - $3,185.00 biweekly. Starting pay for the successful applicant is prescribed based on geographic location, nature of position, and year in school. A job that shapes a life.  We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com .

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Requisition Number: 78101
The company built on breakthroughs. 
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. 
Come break through with us.
Role Purpose
Competitive salaries
Assistance with housing and travel
Meaningful project and final project presentation
Social and networking opportunities
Weekly tech talks
Community involvement
Responsibilities may include mechanical design/engineering, prototyping, new product introduction, design of experiments, modeling / analysis support of RF interconnect designs.
Experiences/Education - Required
Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Optical, Manufacturing, or Engineering Science
Coursework in Mechanical, Optical, Manufacturing, or Engineering Science.
Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Working knowledge of engineering tools such as Solidworks, ANSYS, MATLAB, or similar tools.
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
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $1,635.00 - $3,185.00 biweekly. Starting pay for the successful applicant is prescribed based on geographic location, nature of position, and year in school.

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