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Corning Incorporated · 16 hours ago

Optical Fiber Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Wilmington, NC, US, 28405

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Corning Incorporated is a leading innovator in glass, ceramic, and materials science. They are seeking an Optical Fiber Engineering Intern to support key project deliverables in optical fiber manufacturing or technology development groups while participating in a team environment.

Manufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Use scientific method to design and conduct testing/experimentation to collect required data

Analyze process data to develop product, process, or equipment improvements

Give recommendation for improvements, present findings, and document work

While participating in a team environment, own key project objectives critical to Corning’s success

Interface with various technology, engineering, and operations groups to understand potential impact of product, equipment, and process changes

Ensure communication is established to address concerns and obtain assistance/buy-in

Review performance data on new processes/findings and effectively draw conclusions

Communicate effectively to personnel at various levels up to and including the staff level

Qualification

Engineering process fundamentalsData/statistical analysisAnalytical problem-solvingTeamworkCommunication skillsResults-oriented

Required

BS/MS ChemE, MSE, Ceramic Engr., MechE, EE/Controls, Physics, CompSci, CompE, or similar in progress

Familiarity with engineering process fundamentals and scientific methodology (e.g. designing and using critical experiments to drive fundamental understanding)

Data/statistical analysis skills

Analytical problem-solving skills

Ability to build relationships, work in teams and interact with all levels of the organization

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information

Results-oriented