What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research and Development Intern - Surface Science and Technology - Summer 2025 position at Corning?
Requisition Number : 66027
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 development of fundamental understanding of surface chemistry and mechanical response for treated glass surfaces. The intern will conduct experiments, design test plans and explore new ways to achieve desired material attributes. In addition to experimentation, the intern will be responsible for interpretation of experimental data; comparing with literature results; and writing and presenting a final report.
Key Responsibilities
The intern will oversee performing suitable background literature searches and executing a research plan.
- Document the results of the research by the end of the summer, give a final verbal presentation and write a technical report of project outputs
- Learn new techniques and methods as needed to support the project objectives
- Assist in the design of experiments, communicate observations, perform related measurements, collect, and summarize data
- Work with scientists to plan and carry out required experiments to advance progress against project objectives
- Prepare testing specimens, routine operation of standardized testing, assist with non-standard experimentation and methods development
Experiences / Education - Required
Experiences / Education - Desired
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.
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.
Salary : $1,635 - $3,185
