Global Demand Planner Intern - Summer 2027

University of Houston; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 74,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Assistance with housing and travel

Meaningful project and final project/p

Job summary

Corning is seeking a Global Demand Planning Summer Intern to assist with forecasting activities for assigned product lines within a global context. You will analyze historical data, support forecast updates, and help prepare reports under guidance from the demand planning team.

The role emphasizes analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with Commercial, Product Line Management, Supply Chain, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail in forecasting data.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners.
• Proactive learning and adaptability for forecasting processes.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of short-term and long-term demand forecasts for assigned product lines.
• Analyze historical sales trends and assist in identifying demand drivers, forecast risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare and organize forecast data for planning reviews and ongoing analysis.
• Assist in reviewing forecast performance and investigating forecast variances.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to gather relevant business inputs.
• Support the maintenance and use of demand planning systems and forecasting tools.
• Assist in monitoring key forecasting and demand planning performance metrics.
• Participate in demand review meetings and document key actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to forecasting and data quality.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration and teamwork

Initiative and learning agility

Time management

Job description

Requisition Number: 78347

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.

Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.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.

Scope of Position

The Global Demand Planning Summer Intern will support the Supply Chain organization by assisting with demand planning and forecasting activities for assigned product lines. This internship provides an opportunity for a college student to gain practical experience in supply chain planning, data analysis, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration within a global business environment.

Under the guidance of the demand planning team, the intern will help analyze historical sales data, support forecast updates, prepare reports, and assist with ongoing planning processes. This role is well suited for a student with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and an interest in supply chain, operations, or business analytics.

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

Responsabilities

• Support the development and maintenance of short-term and long-term demand forecasts for assigned product lines.

• Analyze historical sales trends and assist in identifying demand drivers, forecast risks, and opportunities.

• Prepare and organize forecast data for planning reviews and ongoing analysis.

• Assist in reviewing forecast performance and investigating forecast variances.

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including Commercial, Product Line Management, Supply Chain, and Operations, to gather relevant business inputs.

• Support the maintenance and use of demand planning systems and forecasting tools.

• Assist in monitoring key forecasting and demand planning performance metrics.

• Participate in demand review meetings and support documentation of key actions and follow-up items.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to forecasting processes, reporting, and data quality.

• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Support the development and maintenance of short-term and long-term demand forecasts for assigned product lines.

• Analyze historical sales trends and assist in identifying demand drivers, forecast risks, and opportunities.

• Prepare and organize forecast data for planning reviews and ongoing analysis.

• Assist in reviewing forecast performance and investigating forecast variances.

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including Commercial, Product Line Management, Supply Chain, and Operations, to gather relevant business inputs.

• Support the maintenance and use of demand planning systems and forecasting tools.

• Assist in monitoring key forecasting and demand planning performance metrics.

• Participate in demand review meetings and support documentation of key actions and follow-up items.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to forecasting processes, reporting, and data quality.

• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

• 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

Internship Competencies

• Analytical thinking

• Attention to detail

• Communication skills

• Collaboration and teamwork

• Initiative and learning agility

• Time management and organization

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.

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