Global Planning Intern - Summer 2027

Corning Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Housing & travel assistance

Final project presentation

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is seeking a Summer Intern to support the Global Planning team, helping analyze demand, supply, capacity, and inventory across a growing business. You’ll work with cross-functional partners to improve planning processes and provide data-driven insights for internal reviews and customer discussions.

The program offers competitive salaries, housing/travel assistance, and meaningful project work with a final presentation.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate student pursuing related field (Supply Chain, Analytics, Engineering, Operations).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Ability to work across teams and manage multiple priorities while paying attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support Global Planning by analyzing demand, supply, capacity, and inventory.
• Assist with customer supply chain management for key hyperscale data center customers.
• Gather, organize, and validate data used in planning and reviews.
• Help track forecast accuracy, inventory optimization, and performance metrics.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and planning summaries for stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in related field

Tools

Excel

SAP

Data visualization

Job description

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.

Requisition Number: 78684
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 Summer Intern will support the Global Planning team in developing insights, improving planning processes, and helping align demand, supply, capacity, and inventory considerations across the business. This role will also assist with customer supply chain management for key customers during a period of significant growth in this part of the business.

The intern will work closely with members of the Global Planning team and cross-functional partners to analyze data, support planning activities, and contribute to initiatives that improve service, execution, and decision‑making in a complex global supply chain environment.

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

Responsibilities

• Support the Global Planning team with analysis related to demand, supply, capacity, and inventory
• Assist with customer supply chain management activities for key hyperscale data center customers
• Help gather, organize, and validate data used in planning, forecast discussions, and customer supply reviews
• Support work related to forecast accuracy, inventory optimization, and supply chain performance tracking
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and planning summaries for internal stakeholders and customer-related discussions
• Partner with planning, manufacturing, supply chain, and operations teams on project work and process improvement efforts
• Contribute to initiatives related to planning processes, systems, and operational efficiency
• Assist with KPI tracking and help identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities in support of business growth
• Document action items, follow‑ups, and key takeaways from cross‑functional meetings
• Provide analytical and project support for strategic or operational supply chain initiatives during the summer assignment

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, Analytics, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with SAP, data visualization tools, or analytical tools is a plus
• Ability to work effectively across teams and manage multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail and interest in supply chain planning, customer operations, or manufacturing
• 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

Desired Experience

• Prior internship, academic project, or coursework related to supply chain, operations, manufacturing, analytics, or customer planning
• Experience working with large data sets and turning analysis into clear recommendations
• Interest in global operations, planning processes, and continuous improvement
• Interest in supporting customers in a high‑growth business environment

What the Intern Will Gain

• Exposure to global supply chain and planning processes
• Experience supporting customer supply chain work tied to key hyperscale data center customers
• Hands‑on analytical and project experience connected to a fast‑growing business segment
• Development in problem‑solving, communication, and operational thinking

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.

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 [e-mail] .