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Product Development Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Corning Incorporated

Keller, TXFull-time$73–100K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$73–100K/yr
Location
Keller, TX
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Product Development Engineer Intern will support the design of optical connectors, adapters, and other fiber optic telecommunications products. The role involves developing mechanical design concepts, modeling with 3D CAD, and evaluating designs through analysis and prototypes. Interns collaborate with development engineers, conduct experiments, document findings, and present their work. The program includes housing assistance, travel reimbursement, and social and community activities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

3D CAD SoftwareScientific CuriosityInnovative MindsetVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizationPlanningTime ManagementSelf-MotivationFlexibility

Qualifications

BS or MS in Mechanical EngineeringCurrently Enrolled10-Week Summer AvailabilityDecember 2027 or Later GraduationInterest in Corning EmploymentWilling to Work at Posted Location

Full job description

Requisition Number: 79336

**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

Innovate and design optical connectors, adapters and other fiber optic telecommunication products. As a minimum a Product Development Engineer should be able to:

  • Generate mechanical design concepts using engineering principals

  • Model using 3D CAD software

  • Analyze designs virtually and with physical prototypes

Program Perks

  • Competitive salaries

  • Housing assistance

  • Travel reimbursement

Intern Activities

  • Social and networking events

  • Opportunities to volunteer

  • Community involvement

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with development engineers to design product components in CAD

  • Perform computer based analysis (e.g. finite element analysis, dimensional tolerancing, data statistics)

  • Prototype concepts using a variety of tools (e.g. 3D Printing)

  • Perform physical experiments to evaluate concepts

  • Document designs and findings in written reports

  • Perform verbal presentation of work

Requirements

  • B.S., M.S. Mechanical Engineering student (currently enrolled)

  • Use of 3D CAD software

  • Scientific curiosity and innovative mindset

  • Communicates effectively (verbal and written)

  • Organized with good planning and time management skills

  • Self-motivated, positive attitude, flexible, committed work ethic

  • Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2027 (May-August 2027) with a graduation date of December 2027 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

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $72,744.00 - $100,023.00 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. **

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.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [email protected] .

How this job compares

Set against the 7,513 open Mechanical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$73–100K/yr
  • Texas median$117–160K/yr277 salary ranges
  • US median$106–160K/yr4,468 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $86K, is 38% below the Texas median midpoint ($138K) — in the lowest quarter of Mechanical Engineer salary ranges in Texas.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 796 open Mechanical Engineer jobs in Texas and 7,513 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Mechanical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 7 years (6,201 postings).
Education
5,300 of the 7,513 open Mechanical Engineer jobs (71%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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