Sustainability Intern: Data, AI & Decarbonization

Corning, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Travel reimbursement

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is seeking a Sustainability Intern to support our Optical Communications sustainability priorities through hands-on, project-based work across product sustainability, responsible business, and stakeholder engagement. You will gain practical experience with data, automation, and AI tools while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role offers exposure to supplier emissions analysis, decarbonization planning, and creating communications for internal and external

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS or MS in environmental science, engineering, sustainability, or related science discipline.
• Strong organizational skills and detail‑oriented.
• Adaptable, creative, and demonstrates good written and oral communication skills.
• Self‑motivated team player with strong interest in sustainability, climate, and social issues.
• Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and analyze sustainability data using Excel, dashboards, and approved AI or automation tools.
• Research sustainability trends, regulations, customer expectations, and industry practices.
• Assist with supplier emissions analysis, product sustainability projects, and decarbonization planning.
• Create clear presentations, training materials, and communications for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams such as Supply Chain, Engineering, Product Line Management, and Marketing & Communications to complete a defined summer project and present findings and recommendations.

Skills

Power BI

Power Automate

AI tools

Data analysis

Education

BS or MS in environmental science, engineering, sustainability, or related science discipline

Tools

Power BI Data Visualization

Power Automate

Job description

Corning Incorporated is seeking a Sustainability Intern to support our Optical Communications sustainability priorities through hands-on, project-based work across product sustainability, responsible business, and stakeholder engagement. You will gain practical experience with data, automation, and AI tools while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role offers exposure to supplier emissions analysis, decarbonization planning, and creating communications for internal and external