Corning Incorporated · 5 days ago
Reputation Management Communications Intern - Summer 2026
Corning, NY, US, 14831
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerCorning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. They are seeking a Reputation Management Communications Intern to support their Corporate and Executive Communications team, focusing on corporate reputation issues and developing communications strategies for key audiences.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support the alignment of messages with corporate narratives and priorities, organizational goals, and Corning’s Values
Partner with business communications colleagues to ensure cohesive, seamless view of reputational risks and advancement opportunities from various areas of the company
Develop internal and external communications materials related to new or ongoing issues management topics
Conduct strategic research on Corning’s corporate reputation via peer benchmarks and provide actionable recommendations
Track key topics related to Corning through social and traditional media outlets and provide insights on optimizing various processes to enhance communications agility and after-action efficiency
Qualification
Required
The candidate is required to be pursuing a bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, advertising (or similar field) in their junior or senior year, currently enrolled in, or nearing completion of a master's program in similar fields
High level of judgement and understanding of media/PR strategies and tactics
Proactive approach and ability to navigate multi-stakeholder business environment
Ability to work comfortably across all levels of an organization, including with c-suite leadership
Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing project requirements
Ability to handle many tasks, assess priorities, and meet deadlines
Ability to work as part of a collaborative team as well as competency to work independently and lead agreed upon action plans with minimal supervision
Preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Sound judgment and decision-making
Strong project management skills with ability to handle many tasks and assess priorities
Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail and quality
Highly collaborative with excellent relationship-building skills
Benefits
Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
Our health and well-being benefits include 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) to support you and your family.
Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
Company
Corning Incorporated
Corning is a manufacturer of glass, ceramics, and related materials.
Founded in 1851
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gabrielle Bailey
CEO & Executive Communications
Steve Warneke
Chief of Staff to the CEO
Recent News
EIN Presswire
2025-10-28
Benzinga.com
2025-08-22
Research and Markets
2025-08-18
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