Process Engineer Intern - Summer 2025

Requisition Number: 64897

 

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

 

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

 

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

 

Scope of Position

Candidate will apply engineering knowledge to support the development and improvement of process and automated assembly equipment within the manufacturing plant.

Supports the development and execution of plans to evaluate new technology or improvements in existing technology resulting in a superior product in terms of quality and/or cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Technology and Engineering teams in the design of fixturing and mechanical equipment by creating CAD drawings and models.
• Support on the development and execution of equipment Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Failure Modes and Effect Analysis (FMEA).
• Support the integration of new Controls devices such as HMIs and Vision systems.
• Support on monitoring line variables through Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Support the creation of Experimentation Plans (Hypothesis test, DOEs, etc.).
• Collect data and perform detailed statistical analysis (Descriptive statistics, process capability, linear regression analysis, etc.).
• Lead and execute experimentation plans. •Write technical reports for completed experiments.
• Implements and documents material, process and/or equipment changes.
• Functions as a team member or team leader on focused projects
• Trouble shoots material, process and equipment issues, identifies root cause and implements corrective action.
• Supports new product introductions through equipment installation, process certification, documentation and training.

Education

• Currently enrolled in Mechanical, Automation, Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering program.
• At least 2 years of related coursework in Engineering / Technical curriculum.
• Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer (May-August) with a graduation date the following year 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.

Required Skills

• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office suite and SolidWorks.)
• Problem-solving skills.
• Organizational and Time Management skills.
• Ability to build relationships and interact with all leve