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Law Department Intern - Summer 2026

**Date:** Dec 18, 2025

**Location:** Corning, NY, US, 14831

**Company:** Corning

Requisition Number: 72373

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, and automotive 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

Overview:

Corning Incorporated’s Law Department is seeking a motivated Law Intern who will have completed their first year of law school at an accredited law school by the summer of 2026 to join our dynamic legal team for the 2026 internship program. This position provides an opportunity to understand the practice of law within a corporate context and gain hands-on experience in a supportive, mentoring environment.

Program Perks:

+ Competitive salaries

+ Assistance with housing and travel

+ Meaningful project and final project presentation

Intern Activities:

+ Social and networking opportunities

+ Weekly tech talks

+ Community involvement

Responsibilities:

+ Assist with legal research and drafting legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and briefs.

+ Attend client meetings, court proceedings, and other legal events under the guidance of senior lawyers.

+ Review and organize case files and manage case documents.

+ Support attorneys in trial preparation and case management.

+ Analyze and summarize legal issues for review.

+ Assist in the preparation of legal opinions and advice.

+ Maintain confidentiality of all legal documents and client information.

+ Perform administrative tasks as required.

Requirements:

+ Enrollment in an accredited law school pursuing JD.

+ Strong academic performance.

+ Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.

+ Proficiency in using legal research software (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)

+ Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

+ High level of professionalism and confidentiality.

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Strong time management and organizational skills.

+ Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2026 (May-July 2026)

+ Be willing to work at the posted job location.

This is a great opportunity for a law student who is eager to learn and develop their legal skills in a real-world, corporate setting. Corning Incorporated offers a flexible schedule and a supportive, mentoring environment.

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. 

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.

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