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Chemical Engineering Internship Jobs in Rochester, NY

Corning

Optical Coating Process Engineer I

Fairport, NY

$70K - $97K/yr

Optical Engineering/Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Physics. * Minimum 1-3 years of UV optical thin film production experience * Strong critical thinking ...

Corning

Optical Coating Process Engineer I

Fairport, NY · On-site

$70K - $97K/yr

Optical Engineering/Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Physics. * Minimum 1-3 years of UV optical thin film production experience * Strong critical thinking ...

Corning

Optical Coating Process Engineer I

Fairport, NY · On-site

$70K - $97K/yr

Optical Engineering/Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Physics. * Minimum 1-3 years of UV optical thin film production experience * Strong critical thinking ...

Corning

Process Engineer - Optical Fabrication

Fairport, NY · On-site

$84K - $116K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Optical, Chemical, or related Engineering . * 3+ years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment . * Experience with process development, root ...

Unifin SAS

Process Engineer

Rochester, NY

Serves as a technical resource supportingcompany objectives with respect to engineering design, process, andimplementation of chemical process and controls. Projects include but are notlimited to ...

Corning

Process Engineer

Fairport, NY · On-site

Provide process engineering leadership and production support for the manufacture of Laser Optics. This role is responsible for sustaining and improving existing manufacturing processes, driving ...

Corning

Process Engineer

Fairport, NY

Provide process engineering leadership and production support for the manufacture of Laser Optics. This role is responsible for sustaining and improving existing manufacturing processes, driving ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for chemical engineering internship in Rochester, NY is $19.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.91 and $20.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Chemical Engineering Internship is a temporary position that provides hands-on experience in applying chemical engineering principles in industry or research settings. Interns may work in areas such as process design, product development, safety analysis, or quality control. They assist engineers with experiments, data analysis, and troubleshooting while gaining practical skills. The internship helps students or recent graduates enhance their technical knowledge and improve problem-solving abilities. It also provides networking opportunities and insight into potential career paths in chemical engineering.

What kinds of tasks and projects can I expect to work on during a chemical engineering internship?

As a Chemical Engineering Intern, you can expect to be involved in a variety of hands-on and analytical tasks, such as assisting with laboratory experiments, performing data analysis, supporting process optimization projects, and preparing technical documentation or reports. Interns often work under the guidance of senior engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on real-world challenges related to chemical manufacturing, environmental compliance, or product development. You may also have opportunities to learn about safety standards, quality control, and industry regulations, gaining exposure to both day-to-day operations and larger project cycles. This practical experience is designed to help you develop technical skills, professional communication abilities, and an understanding of what a career in chemical engineering involves.

Can I do internships as a chemical engineering student?

Yes, chemical engineering students can pursue internships to gain practical experience in areas such as process design, safety protocols, and laboratory work. Internships are typically offered during summer or academic breaks and may require relevant coursework or technical skills like proficiency with simulation software or laboratory equipment.

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Optical Coating Process Engineer II

Corning

Fairport, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Corning rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 128 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

87th of 536 rated manufacturers

Job description

Requisition Number: 76704
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 businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:
  • Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
  • Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
  • Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
  • Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
  • Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
  • Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose
The Coating Process Engineer II owns and improves optical thin film coating manufacturing processes in Fairport's Coating department. The role provides day-to-day engineering support to production operations with a focus on process capability, stability, yield, and cost, while building from established designs and standard work. This engineer applies structured problem solving, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to resolve process issues, implement sustainable improvements, and support technology transfer into manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide day-to-day production support by troubleshooting process excursions, performing root-cause analysis, and driving corrective/preventive actions.
  • Sustain and optimize manufacturing processes using existing production assets; monitor key metrics and implement actions to improve stability, yield, and throughput.
  • Use, improve, and standardize metrology methods to monitor process capability; analyze data to identify trends and prevent defects.
  • Define and improve cleaning, material handling, and storage procedures within the coating process flow, ensuring appropriate documentation and adherence to change control.
  • Identify and lead continuous improvement projects to reduce cost and variation (cycle time, complexity, scrap), with clear problem statements, data, and verified results.
  • Create and maintain documentation (specs, work instructions, control plans) and deliver.
    training to production staff for new/changed processes.
  • Partner with Commercial and Development Engineering to extend capabilities and support technology transfer into manufacturing, including trials, qualification, and ramp
    support.
  • Partner with suppliers to improve raw materials and work with customers to qualify additional equipment and respond to complaints.

Required Experience and Education
  • Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Science discipline (Optical Science/Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering).
  • 5+ years of experience in optical thin film coating (UV/visible preferred) manufacturing/production support, or related vacuum coating process experience.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and structured problem solving to diagnose root cause and drive corrective actions.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document process changes and train stakeholders.
  • Working knowledge of Statistical/6-Sigma/DOE tools and hypothesis-driven troubleshooting; able to apply data analysis to improve yield, throughput, and stability.
  • Comfortable working with and influencing stakeholders across levels (operators/technicians through engineering and leadership) to implement sustainable solutions.
  • Ability to work effectively on a multi-disciplinary team (Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Development) and manage multiple priorities.

Desired Skills
  • Demonstrated experience implementing and improving process capability and control systems (SPC, Cp/Cpk).
  • Experience applying problem solving, statistical process control and continuous improvement methodologies: Performance Excellence, DMAIC, Lean, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, data analysis, or others.
  • Track record of cycle time reduction, yield improvement, and rework elimination.
  • Previous experience in technical manufacturing and process support.

Hours of Work
  • First shift production hours, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
  • Evening and weekend support as needed.

Travel Requirements
  • Less than 5%. Travel may include training, networking opportunities, and occasional customer or supplier visits.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $84,932.00 - $116,782.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
A job that shapes a life.
Corning offers you the total package.
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
  • Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
  • As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
  • Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

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.

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