Quality Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Corning Inc.; Harrodsburg, Northern (KY, KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 at Harrodsburg, KY. You will define and implement quality improvements, monitor metrics, and support technical tools within a manufacturing environment.

The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, exposure to New Product/New Equipment projects, and opportunities to develop cost-reduction and lean initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in quality systems.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering or Science.
• Strong problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Willingness to learn in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Support quality improvements and data tracking.
• Assist with quality systems and documentation.
• Participate in New Product / New Equipment teams to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Coordinate with IT for accessible data on product measurements.

Skills

Results oriented

Multitasking

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Engineering or Scientific field

Job description

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Quality Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Date: Sep 2, 2026

Location: Harrodsburg, KY, US, 40330

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 77448

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

• Define and implement improvements within quality, including operational excellence, increased technical skills, training, safety projects and performance gains.
• Drive rigor and support for quality in the form of documentation, communication and change management
• Monitor OEE and quality metrics amongst all areas
• Execution of operations technical tools and systems

• Assistance with housing and travel
• Meaningful project and final project presentation

Intern Activities:

• Social and networking opportunities
• Weekly tech talks
• Community involvement

Key Responsibilities

• Management of customer specifications integration to manufacturing and monitor attribute results for continual improvement opportunities
• Participate as a Quality Representative on New Product / New Equipment Teams to ensure all new products and processes meet Quality Requirements. Make updates/changes to plant Quality Systems as needed to accommodate new products and processes.
• Participates in quality system improvements including those focused on product disposition tools and inventory management.
• Engage with IT and controls to provide accessible and integrated data associated with product measurements
• Evaluates the impact of product, process and equipment changes on product attributes and quality architectures including capability assessments.
• Analyze data to develop, implement and measure internal attribute targets and improvement plans.
• Understand internal and external customers’ stated and implied needs as well as ensuring their expectations are met every time by monitoring, maintaining, supporting and continuously improving plant quality systems.
• Help deliver rollout of new training, documentation, etc
• Gains VOC input from Operations helping to distill messages into actionable items
• Coordinate with plant engineering to receive and aid integration of new technologies into operations to improve process capability while ensuring proper processes are followed.
• Highlight and define gaps where engineering solutions are needed to support quality
• Actively engage in plant safety initiatives
• Execute cost reduction, lean and/or PEx projects (DMAIC/DESIGN) in line with business objectives.

Work Hours

• Standard hours (M-F 8-5)
• Flexible hours may be required to support weekends/evenings requirements

Experiences/Education - Required

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering or Scientific field

Required Skills

• Results oriented and high commitment
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Creative / innovative problem solving
• Thoroughly carry assignments to completion

Desired Skills

• Demonstrated results in previous internships and projects
• Technical aptitude

Soft Skills

• Personal initiative and commitment
• Organized with good planning and time management skills
• Ability to build relationships within cross functional groups; team building skills
• Positive attitude, flexible and strong work ethic
• Strong communication and presentation skills

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $1,635.00 - $3,185.00biweekly. 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 [e-mail] .