What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer intern position at Corning?
Requisition Number : 64836
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.
This segment is classified into two main product groupings carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications.
The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
Scope of Position
The intern will develop methodologies for design and characterization of fiber optics products and apply state-of-the art experimental / theoretical and skills to technical problems.
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
Responsibilities
- Design, build and automate optical systems
- Develop and implement Labview software for measurement systems
- Develop tools for data analysis
- Document test methodologies and test results
- Develop and implement methodologies to optimize measurement performance
Education and Experience
- Completion of junior year in Electrical Engineering, Optics or Physics. Graduate students in the same disciplines will be preferable.
- The candidate must have completed a minimum of two courses in Optics or Fiber Optics
- Relevant experience a plus
- 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
Requirements
- Background in optics or optical engineering, Optical Metrology preferred
- Programming skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks
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.
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.
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 .
Last updated : 2024-11-22
Salary : $1,635 - $3,185
