Job Description

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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.

Role Purpose

The Smart Quality Intern supports quality and continuous improvement initiatives through data gathering, digitalization of quality formats, documentation control, and analysis of operational information. This role contributes to key quality processes such as PPM and scrap metrics tracking, CAPA support, customer complaint follow-up, audits, and scrap reduction projects. The intern will also gain hands-on experience in data analysis, root cause analysis, problem-solving methodologies, and decision-making within a manufacturing/quality environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the digitalization and transformation of quality formats and records.
• Assist in tracking and reporting quality metrics such as PPM and Scrap.
• Collect, organize, and analyze operational and quality-related data.
• Support CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) activities and follow-up.
• Assist in documentation control to ensure records are updated, organized, and compliant.
• Participate in internal audits and support audit preparation activities.
• Provide support in customer complaint follow-up and related quality investigations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using problem-solving methodologies.
• Support projects focused on scrap reduction and operational quality improvement.
• Help analyze information generated during operations to identify trends, issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in root cause analysis and support decision-making based on data findings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve quality processes and operational performance.

Education Required

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of quality tools, manufacturing processes, or continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.
• English level may be preferred depending on business needs.

Desired Skills

• Responsible and committed attitude.
• Strong sense of ownership and belonging.
• Proactive and collaborative mindset.
• Basic to intermediate problem-solving skills.
• Analytical thinking and interest in working with operational data.
• Attention to detail and organization.
• Interest in quality systems, continuous improvement, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work with metrics, reports, and documentation.
• Basic knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies.
• Willingness to learn and participate in scrap reduction and quality improvement projects.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.