Thermal Process Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Corning Incorporated; City of Corning (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Assistance with housing and travel

Meaningful project and final project  

Meaningful project and final project  

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Corning, NY invites talented students to join our Thermal Process Engineering Intern program. You will engage in high-temperature material processing, including glass melting and ceramic firing, while gaining hands-on design, optimization and troubleshooting experience.

Collaborate with R&D, Division Engineering, production and quality teams to drive process improvements and deliver documentation such as SOPs and flow diagrams, while upholding EH&S standards.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in a relevant engineering field.
• Previous internship or academic project experience is a plus but not required.
• Interest in high-temperature material processing and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and optimization of thermal processes at Corning facilities.
• Support monitoring and evaluation of thermal systems and equipment performance.
• Aid in analyzing process data and material behavior to improve reliability and repeatability.
• Collaborate with R&D, Division Engineering, production, and quality control teams on process improvements.
• Help troubleshoot thermal process-related issues and propose potential solutions.
• Contribute to documenting processes, including SOPs and process flow diagrams.
• Research advancements in thermal technologies and materials science to support innovation.
• Participate in ensuring adherence to environmental, health, and safety regulations related to high-temperature processes.

Skills

High-temperature processing

Thermal dynamics

Analytical skills

Communication & collaboration

Team work

Education

Undergraduate or graduate in Materials Science / Ceramic Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Chemical Engineering

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: 77434

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.

Corning's Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses.

We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise. We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Thermal Process Engineering Intern to join our team and support high-temperature material processing projects. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in glass melting, glass forming, ceramic firing, and/or other high-temperature processes. You will play a key role in assisting the team with designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting thermal processes, contributing to our mission of ensuring efficiency, quality, and sustainability in production processes.

You will have the opportunity to work on projects that impact Corning's strategic goals while learning from experienced engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and optimization of thermal processes at Corning facilities.
• Support the monitoring and evaluation of thermal systems and equipment performance.
• Aid in analyzing process data and material behavior to improve reliability and repeatability.
• Collaborate with R&D, Division Engineering, production, and quality control teams on process improvements.
• Help troubleshoot thermal process-related issues and propose potential solutions.
• Contribute to documenting processes, including creating standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process flow diagrams.
• Research advancements in thermal technologies and materials science to support innovation.
• Participate in ensuring adherence to environmental, health, and safety regulations related to high-temperature processes.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous internship or academic project experience is a plus but not required.

Required Skills

• Strong interest in high-temperature material processing (glass melting, forming, ceramics, etc.).
• Basic understanding of thermal dynamics, heat transfer, and material science principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of glass, ceramics, or materials science fundamentals.
• Exposure to data analysis and design of experiments.
• Creative problem-solving mindset.
• Strong multitasking and organizational abilities.

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.

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] .