What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research and Development Intern- Modeling & Simulation - Summer 2025 position at Corning Incorporated?
Requisition Number: 66598
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.
Role Purpose
The intern will support the research effort to build fundamental understanding of the impact of micro-deformations on the optical properties of micro-structured optical fibers. The intern will devise a modeling approach for evaluation of fiber optical performance, will implement and verify the models using optical modeling software, and will carry out simulations to generate model data for fibers under the test. The intern will be responsible for interpretation of the modeling results and making conclusions based on data. A presentation and a final technical report are expected at the end of the appointment.
Key Responsibilities
Optical fiber and waveguides
Numerical analysis techniques
MATLAB, Python, optical modeling software for waveguides
This position supports 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.
Corning Puts YOU First!
We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com .
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.
Role Purpose
The intern will support the research effort to build fundamental understanding of the impact of micro-deformations on the optical properties of micro-structured optical fibers. The intern will devise a modeling approach for evaluation of fiber optical performance, will implement and verify the models using optical modeling software, and will carry out simulations to generate model data for fibers under the test. The intern will be responsible for interpretation of the modeling results and making conclusions based on data. A presentation and a final technical report are expected at the end of the appointment.
Key Responsibilities
- The intern will review the relevant prior work and will contribute to a research plan to implement and apply an optical model to evaluate the impact of micro-deformations on the optical properties of micro-structured optical fibers
- Learn new techniques and methods as needed to support the project objectives
- Work with scientists to plan and carry out required steps to progress against project objectives
- Support model implementation, carry simulations, document, summarize and communicate data
- Analyze the data and provide recommendations to the team
- Document the results of the research in a report and present to the team and stakeholders
- Pursuing MS or PhD in Optical Sciences, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or closely related disciplines
- Expertise in optical physics and modeling of wave-optics phenomena
- Ability to develop a hypothesis and a modeling plan to test
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information
- Experience working in a research lab and report writing
- Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2025 (May-August 2025) with a graduation date of December 2025 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(s)
Optical fiber and waveguides
Numerical analysis techniques
MATLAB, Python, optical modeling software for waveguides
This position supports 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.
Corning Puts YOU First!
We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.
- Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.
- Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.
- Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.
- Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.
- Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com .
Salary : $1,635 - $3,185
