Research and Development Intern - Machine Learning - Summer 2025

Requisition Number: 66160

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. 

Role Purpose

The intern will support the development of fundamental understanding of material properties for glass, glass-ceramics, and/or polymers. The intern will collect data, design test plans, and explore new ways to achieve desired material attributes. In addition, the intern will be responsible for collaborating with experimental scientists, comparing results to the literature, and writing and presenting a final report.

Key Responsibilities

Work with scientists to collect and clean relevant data toward developing fundamental understanding aligned with project objectives
Implement data-driven workflows to assist in the design of experiments and work with scientists to plan and carry out these experiments
Learn new techniques and methods as needed to support the project objectives
Document the results of the research by the end of the summer and give a final presentation of project outputs  

Experiences/Education - Required

• Pursuing MS or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar disciplines
• Experience in applications of data-driven modeling (e.g., machine learning, deep learning, data science, statistics) to scientific domains
• Strong background in programming using Python, MATLAB, or R
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information to different audiences
• Experience working in a research lab and report writing
• Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2025 (May-August 2025) with a graduation date of December 2025 or later
• Be interested in working for Corning Incorporated after graduation, if presented with a full-time job opportunity
• Be willing to work at the posted job location(s)

Experiences/Education - Desired

Materials science and structure-processing-property relationships
Cheminformatics and representation learning
Generative modeling and/or Large Language Models (LLMs)
Reinforcement learning
Other simulation methods (e.g., molecular dynamics, density functional theory, finite element analysis)
Materials characterization techniques and interpretation

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.

​Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 
 

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. 
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.  
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. 
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.   
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

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 accommodations@corning.com.