About the role#
This internship is part of the Process Engineering - Data Analytics group at Corning Incorporated. You will contribute to advanced process data analytics projects, including statistical process control modernization, anomaly detection, and model-in-the-loop improvements. You will design, build, and evaluate data solutions that transform raw manufacturing data into actionable insights to improve yield, stability, and cost across high-volume manufacturing.
What you'll do#
- Perform data engineering and preparation by ingesting, cleaning, and joining sensor and mesoscale datasets in Databricks, while implementing validation and data quality checks.
- Conduct statistical process analysis using SPC, capability studies, and time-series methods to detect drift and instability, and communicate these findings to process owners.
- Build clear notebooks and dashboards for operators and engineers, ensuring you document assumptions, data lineage, and model limits.
- Collaborate with process engineers, manufacturing subject matter experts, and the digital transformation team to prioritize backlogs and translate requirements into analytics deliverables.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a BS or MS degree in Data Science, Industrial, Process, or Manufacturing Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Completed coursework or projects in probability and statistics, data structures, and introductory machine learning.
- Practical experience with Python and SQL, along with familiarity with version control tools like Git and collaborative workflows.
- Availability to work on-site for the full 10-week program from May 27, 2026, through July 31, 2026.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2026 (10 weeks).
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
About Corning Incorporated
Corning Incorporated operates as a manufacturer in the glass, ceramics, and concrete sectors. Founded in 1851, the company maintains its headquarters in Corning, New York. It employs over 22,000 people across its global operations. The firm focuses on optical communications, mobile consumer electronics, display technology, automotive components, and life sciences equipment.
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