Process Engineering Manager Internships
Process engineering manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career candidates hands-on project experience working directly alongside working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles are concentrated in Manufacturing, Automotive, and Electronics & Hardware, with Cleveland-Cliffs, Corning, and TTM Technologies among the employers posting roles now.
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Date: Sep 15, 2026
Location: Christiansburg, VA, US, 24073
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 77874
The company built on breakthroughs.
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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.
Corning’s Environmental Technologies segment manufactures ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile and stationary applications around the world.
Scope of Position
This is a technical intern position where you, the engineer, will be expected to apply fundamental but rigorous scientific methods and mechanistic understanding to improve processes and/or design capability for new and existing process and products, The work may require you to be able to influence across organizational boundaries.
Program Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Housing assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Intern Activities
- Social and networking events
- Volunteer opportunities
- Community Involvement
Day to Day Responsibilities
- You may be involved generating hypothesis, design and execution of experiments to facilitate and promote fundamental understanding
- You may be involved in analysis of data and generating reports for sharing with team members and leaders
- You may be involved in conducting hands on work in a laboratory, pilot or manufacturing environment.
- You will communicate project status and updates to your supervisor as well as both the project team members and leaders. Communication may include memos, technical reports and verbal/oral presentations.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a BS or MS degree in a techinical field
- Ability to collaborate with peers and integrate solutions Programming skills.
- Self-Starter and Results-oriented.
- Flexibility - Able to change and adjust smoothly as the situation demands.
- Strong communication skills
- 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 $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.
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 accommodations@corning.com.
Nearest Major Market: Blacksburg
Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia
Date: Sep 15, 2026
Location: Christiansburg, VA, US, 24073
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 77874
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.
Corning’s Environmental Technologies segment manufactures ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile and stationary applications around the world.
Scope of Position
This is a technical intern position where you, the engineer, will be expected to apply fundamental but rigorous scientific methods and mechanistic understanding to improve processes and/or design capability for new and existing process and products, The work may require you to be able to influence across organizational boundaries.
Program Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Housing assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Intern Activities
- Social and networking events
- Volunteer opportunities
- Community Involvement
Day to Day Responsibilities
- You may be involved generating hypothesis, design and execution of experiments to facilitate and promote fundamental understanding
- You may be involved in analysis of data and generating reports for sharing with team members and leaders
- You may be involved in conducting hands on work in a laboratory, pilot or manufacturing environment.
- You will communicate project status and updates to your supervisor as well as both the project team members and leaders. Communication may include memos, technical reports and verbal/oral presentations.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a BS or MS degree in a techinical field
- Ability to collaborate with peers and integrate solutions Programming skills.
- Self-Starter and Results-oriented.
- Flexibility - Able to change and adjust smoothly as the situation demands.
- Strong communication skills
- 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 $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.
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 accommodations@corning.com.
Nearest Major Market: Blacksburg
Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia
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- Automotive8
- Electronics & Hardware3
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
Tips for Your Process Engineering Manager Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large manufacturers and industrial employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, often in August through October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings regularly starting in early fall so you are in the first wave rather than finding roles already closed.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for process engineering manager internships expect limited work history, so your portfolio does the heavy lifting. Document two or three projects, whether from coursework, personal work, or student competitions, naming the tools used, the process problem you addressed, and the outcome. CAD files, process flow diagrams, and written case studies are the artifacts that give reviewers something concrete to assess.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside your campus activity widens the pool you reach and covers employers who never attend university events.
Practice your technical screen out loud before you apply
Process engineering manager intern screens typically include a technical or analytical component, such as a case study on process improvement, a lean or Six Sigma problem, or a data interpretation exercise. Practice working through problems verbally and explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weight how you think as much as the final answer.
Target rotational and university cohort programs early
Larger industrial and manufacturing companies run structured internship programs designed to train people new to process engineering roles. These rotational or cohort programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the ones aligned with your target industry or company type and apply in the first recruitment wave, well before general internship postings appear.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 93% of the process engineering manager internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start searching, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you are not sorting through roles you cannot accept. Applying to a filtered list saves time and keeps your applications focused.
Process Engineering Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a process engineering manager internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio of documented process improvement or engineering projects, including tools used and measurable outcomes, so recruiters have something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for candidates they meet in person.
Can a process engineering manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for process engineering manager interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and understanding the employer's return-offer timeline early. Position yourself by delivering results and asking for feedback, while keeping other options open rather than counting on a specific outcome.
When should I apply for process engineering manager internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers open summer internship recruiting the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking regularly and applying as soon as a role posts gives you the best shot at structured cohort programs that fill on a rolling basis.
Are process engineering manager internships paid?
Most professional process engineering manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show pay where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist but are rare among larger industrial and manufacturing employers, and they are more common at very small firms or nonprofit-adjacent organizations.
What should a process engineering manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three fully documented engineering or process improvement projects, naming the tools and methodologies used, with links to CAD files, design portfolios, or technical write-ups where available, since those give reviewers something role-specific to evaluate. Add relevant coursework in process systems, lean manufacturing, or industrial engineering, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote process engineering manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 7% of the process engineering manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract candidates from across the country, so apply early and use the work-type filter to pull them up before sorting through on-site roles you cannot take.
Can international students get process engineering manager internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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