Optical Fiber Engineering Co-op — Hands-On Impact

Corning Inc.; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in North Carolina is seeking a Co-op engineering student to support an Optical Fiber manufacturing facility. You will apply engineering principles to improve equipment, processes, and prototypes while analyzing data and presenting findings to cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration across engineering and operations, design of experiments concepts, and hands-on problem solving within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with engineering process fundamentals and scientific methodology.
• Data/statistical analysis and DOE concepts experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to present findings.

Responsibilities

• Own key project objectives within Corning’s engineering teams.
• Interface with engineering and operations groups to assess impact of changes.
• Review data and communicate findings to address concerns and obtain buy-in.
• Present results and document work; participate in cross-functional teams.

Skills

Data/statistical analysis

Analytical problem solving

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

DOE concepts

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

BS/MS Electrical/Mechanical/Materials/Chemical or related engineering major

Active full-time student pursuing bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Corning Incorporated in North Carolina is seeking a Co-op engineering student to support an Optical Fiber manufacturing facility. You will apply engineering principles to improve equipment, processes, and prototypes while analyzing data and presenting findings to cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration across engineering and operations, design of experiments concepts, and hands-on problem solving within a dynamic manufacturing environment.