Finance Intern - Accounting, Compliance, and Reporting - Summer 2026

Requisition Number: 73104

 

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 businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
•  Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

 

Scope of Position:

Overview of Finance Development Program Corning’s summer internship experience is rich with hands-on learning. You’ll live, work, and experience the communities in which Corning operates, while building on-the-job skills. Interns are expected to deliver results against our business and financial objectives, applying knowledge and practices both independently and as a team. Working with a supervisor, you will gain work experience while interacting with key technologies, subject matter experts and leaders. The purpose of the Finance Intern Program is to raise the bar on talent by strengthening our pipeline for entry level roles for immediate and future needs.

Program Benefits:

• Competitive salaries
• Housing assistance
• Travel reimbursement

Intern Activities:

• Social and networking events
• Volunteer opportunities
• Community Involvement

Sample Job Placements:

• Finance Intern in Corning business unit
• Finance Treasury Intern
• Finance Tax Intern
• Finance Technical Accounting Intern
• Finance Shared Services Intern

Requirements:

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in: Accounting, Economics, and/or Finance or equivalent
• Working towards a Master’s degree in related area not required but desirable
• Certifications desirable (e.g. CPA, CMA, CFA, etc.)
• Six Sigma Green belt/Black belt certification – a plus
• Completion of accounting and auditing courses and/or working  knowledge of and experience in the area
• Minimum GPA of 3.5
• Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2026 (May 27th – July 31st, 2026) with a graduation date of December 2026 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
• Completion of accounting and auditing courses and/or working  knowledge of and experience in the area

Technical Skills:

• Data analytics software experience (ACL, IDEA, etc.) desired
• PeopleSoft and/or SAP experience desired
• Cost accounting/manufacturing experience desired
• Strong computer skills; proficiency in Excel / PowerPoint required
• Sarbanes-Oxley knowledge required

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated collaborative and business partnership approach
• Actively build relationships, networks and systems with others
• Actively listens
• Comfortable challenging supplied inputs and questioning