Intern, Industrial Engineering - Summer 2027
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77390 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible. How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact.
You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more. Come break through with us. Corning's Manufacturing, Technology and Engineering division (MTE) is recognized as the leader in engineering excellence & innovative manufacturing technologies by providing diverse skills to Corning’s existing & emerging businesses.
We anticipate & provide timely, valued, leading edge manufacturing technologies and engineering expertise. We partner with Corning’s businesses and the Science & Technology division. Together we create and sustain Corning’s manufacturing as a differential advantage.
Role Purpose
Summer internship position to identify improvements that increase engineering efficiency In this meaningful role, you will have the opportunity to apply Industrial Engineering and Lean concepts to improve product and information flow, reduce inventory, meet customer delivery, increase capacity, reduce complexity, and reduce costs
- Participate in project teams to apply Industrial Engineering tools to yield process and flow improvements with the purpose of reducing cost, growing capacity, or reducing complexity
- Performs cost and capacity studies, economic comparisons, and justification analysis; evaluates systems, methods, human factors, workflow, and other opportunities for productivity improvement.
Implement Lean fundamental concepts such as value stream mapping and layout concepts for flow and pull to implement continuous flow 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
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with manufacturing or innovation teams to understand workflow, problems to solve, current state, and feasibility of proposed solutions
- Apply industrial engineering analysis to deliver results including observing and understanding production workflow (process flows, spaghetti maps and data collection), capacity analysis, material utilization, space utilization, Lean manufacturing, and DMAIC methodology
- Complete observations and data analysis, write summaries and conclusions and make recommendations based upon the outcome of the observations and analysis
- Present the results to the engineering and manufacturing teams
- Use engineer principles and data to solve problems, including production issues
- Ensure standard methodologies are communicated, evaluated, and implemented
- Develop and execute project plans; including requirements, deliverables, resources, timing and risks
- Identify areas of potential productivity improvement; generate ideas and recommend systems, programs and projects
- Communicate ideas and project status clearly and professionally through graphic and written media, and oral presentations.
Provide necessary documentation of activities, results, assignments. Responsible for the accuracy of work performed; take a can-do approach to ensure quality of work Experiences/Education
- Required Candidate is enrolled in an Industrial Engineering degree program Interest in applying industrial engineering skills, including some of the following: capacity analysis, cost modeling, facility layout development, logistics, process simulation model development, implementation and analysis Interest in applying Lean manufacturing concepts and principles, including some of the following: cycle time reduction, manufacturing / business processes, Value Stream Mapping, line balance/staffing, work cell design, quick change over
Desired Skills
Conviction and real passion for the discipline Experience in Lean transformation of a business and / or manufacturing processes Self-motivated, independent, flexible, quick learner Strong data analysis and statistical skills Thoroughly carry assignments to completion Sound decision-making and prioritization skills Soft Skills Are you willing to take initiative and get results? How are you at growing networks to get things done?
Dedication, creativity, self-starter and the passion to build and improve daily
- Does this sound like you?
Travel/Work Hours Flexibility
- You may travel up to 25% Typically work 8am to 5pm with flexibility for different time zones and shifts 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. A job that shapes a life.
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. Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment.
To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [email protected].
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