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Corning Incorporated · 1 day ago

Equipment Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Harrodsburg, KY

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Corning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. They are seeking an Equipment Engineering Intern to assist with engineering processes and improvements in manufacturing operations during Summer 2026.

Manufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide engineering expertise for fundamental understanding of manufacturing issues

Solve process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts

Provide engineering-level production support to manufacturing operations

Recommend and implement improvements to processes and equipment

Lead and/or support projects involving cost reduction, process optimization, and new technology migrations into the plant

Work with other team members and departments to ensure that product output at each process step meets or exceeds manufacturing budgets and goals

We are looking for candidates with a strong level of technical curiosity and deliver creative solutions to technical challenges

Qualification

Engineering principlesData analysisProcess optimizationMicrosoft Office SuiteExperimental designSix Sigma methodologyEffective communicationTeam collaborationProblem solvingPresentation skills

Required

Pending Junior or Senior in Engineering Major (preference for Mechanical, Electrical, or Material Science majors)

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

Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly

Ability to demonstrate fundamental understanding through science and engineering skills

Ability to collaborate across organizational boundaries and integrate solutions

Ability to use the scientific method and engineering principles to solve problems thoroughly and effectively

Ability to translate engineering solutions to process requirements that deliver and/or improve performance criteria

Results oriented and high commitment

Motivated self-starter with independent learning style

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred

Experience with experimental design

Ability to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Strong data analysis and interpretation skills

Basic knowledge of Six Sigma (DMAIC / DESGN) methodology

Process engineering skills (quantitative skills, coursework in engineering statistics or other statistical training, technical writing, ability to deliver technical presentations to operators, engineers and managers)

Innovative and technically curious

Problem solving and decision making

Results oriented

High commitment level

Benefits

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.

100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career.

Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan.

Medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.