About the position
Corning is vital to progress - in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives. Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we're always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning's Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.
Responsibilities
- Development and execution of process or controls tools to enable better process execution, diagnostic, operation management, or other important plant challenges
- Document the results of the work by the end of the summer and give a final presentation of project outputs
- Learn new techniques and methods as needed to support the project objectives
- Assist in the design of experiments, communicate observations, perform related measurements, collect, and summarize data
- Work with scientists, engineers, and technicians to plan and carry out required experiments to advance progress against project objectives
- Develop and deliver data management tools or systems or improvements
- Meet all Environmental, Safety and Health requirements
- Follows proper electrical safety procedures
Requirements
- Rising Junior or Senior majoring in an engineering field focused on processing or mechanical system development (ChE, ME, or similar)
- At least one semester of core technical course work completed
- Ability to build relationships and interact with a cross functional team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information
- Position is fully on-site
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Assistance with housing and travel
- Meaningful project and final project presentation
- Health and well-being benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs
- Financial benefits including a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit
- Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs
- Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals
