R&D Reliability Intern

Summer 2026

Posted on 9/20/2025

Corning

Corning

Compensation Overview

$20.44 - $39.81/hr

Elmira, NY, USA

In Person

Requisition Number: 70971

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.  

Scope Of Position

The intern will support the development of computational reliability model and tool for material fundamental understanding and product performance optimization using probability theory, machine leaning and molecular simulation with material and chemistry knowledge incorporations. This role provides learning and practical experience in a high-tech industrial environment, contributing to cutting-edge research and development.

Day to Day Responsibilities

The intern will oversee performing suitable background literature searches and assist in executing a research plan.

• Research exploration on new model ideas and implementation.
• Learn new techniques and methods as needed to support the project objectives.
• Understand material physics, develop model and algorithm, write codes, and deliver tool.
• Interpretation of model output comparing with literature and experiment.
• Data analytics, carry simulations, summarize, and communicate data.
• Build fundamental understanding of material property to reliability performance.
• Document the results of the research by the end of the summer and give a final presentation.  

Education and Experience Required

• Pursuing MS or PhD in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Material Science, or similar discipline.

Required Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail; meticulous and deep thinking.
• Enthusiasm for new topics and ideas; ability to develop a model plan to pursue.
• Understanding of reliability theory and fundamentals.
• Expertise in computational modeling, physics, and machine learning.
• Proficiency in coding and algorithm development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information.
• Experience working in a research lab and report writing.
• Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 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(s).

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with materials discovery
• Familiarity with probability and statistics
• Python, MATLAB, R

This position supports 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.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

 Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

  •  As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
  • 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.     
  • 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

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].


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