Mechanical Design Intern

Summer 2026

Posted on 11/21/2025

Corning

Corning

Compensation Overview

$20.44 - $39.81/hr

+ Biweekly salary

Elmira, NY, USA

In Person

Requisition Number: 71925

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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.​   

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Corning’s Display Technologies segment manufactures glass substrates for active matrix liquid crystal displays (“LCDs”) that are used primarily in LCD televisions, notebook computers and flat panel desktop monitors.

Role Purpose

This internship provides hands-on engineering experience supporting the design, development, and improvement of equipment used in the manufacturing of glass substrates for Liquid Crystal Displays. The intern will contribute to project teams applying engineering principles to solve challenging problems in areas such as 3D CAD modeling, design analysis, and detailed drawing generation. This role is ideal for a highly motivated student eager to learn, contribute creative solutions, and gain practical experience in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment focused on advanced manufacturing. 

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

  • Work with state-of-the-art manufacturing processes for the development and production of glass substrates for use in Liquid Crystal Displays (computers and TVs).
  • Work will include project and design activities including 3D CAD modeling, running design calculations and generating detailed drawings. 
  • Strong level of technical curiosity and can deliver creative solutions to technical challenges.
  • Work in a team-based environment and participate as an individual contributor.

Required Experiences/Education

  • Pursuing a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology 
  • Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2026 (May-August 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

Required Skills

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Familiarity with CAD Software (SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred) and FEA tools (ANSYS, COMSOL etc).
  • Effective leadership, organization, and planning skills, with ability to handle changing priorities
  • Excellent communications, interpersonal and influencing skills
  • Must be a self-starter, able to work in team environment and motivate others

Desired Skills

  • 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.

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.

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 [email protected].