Finance Intern

Requisition Number: 64319Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.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 transportationOverview of Finance Development ProgramCorning’s summer internship experience is rich with hands-on learning. You’ll live, work, and experience the communities in which Corning operates, while building on-the-job skills. Interns are expected to deliver results against our business and financial objectives, applying knowledge and practices both independently and as a team. Working with a supervisor, you will gain work experience while interacting with key technologies, subject matter experts and leaders. The purpose of the Finance Intern Program is to raise the bar on talent by strengthening our pipeline for entry level roles for immediate and future needs.Program Benefits:• Competitive salaries• Housing assistance• Travel reimbursementIntern Activities:• Social and networking events• Volunteer opportunities• Community InvolvementSample Job Placements:• Finance Intern in Corning business unit• Finance Treasury Intern• Finance Tax Intern• Finance Technical Accounting Intern• Finance Shared Services InternPosition QualificationsGeneral Requirements:• Mobility desirableRequired Years and Area of Experience:• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in: Accounting, Economics, and/or Finance or equivalent• Working towards a Master’s degree in related area not required but desirable• Certifications desirable (e.g. CPA, CMA, CFA, etc.)• Six Sigma Green belt/Black belt certification – a plusTechnical Skills:• Data analytics software experience (ACL, IDEA, etc.) desired• PeopleSoft and/or SAP experience desired• Cost accounting/manufacturing experience desired• Strong computer skills; proficiency in Excel / PowerPoint required• Sarbanes-Oxley knowledge requiredQualifications:• General cost and accounting knowledge• Experience in a Finance/ Accounting with class or internship experience• Attention to detail, accuracy, process-oriented and organized• Excellent communication (including presentation) skills• Excellent problem solving capability• Data driven problem solving capability• Ability to work independently• Drive towards continuous process improvement• Interest in working in different Finance function areas• Comfortable working on their own and in groups• Inquisitive and curious• Personally driven and self-aware• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong PowerPoint skill• Enrolled in an undergraduate program for Accounting, Business, or Finance• Minimum GPA of 3.5 DesiredSoft Skills:• Partnership, Collaboration, & Influence• Demonstrated collaborative and business partnership approach• Actively build relationships, networks and systems with others• Actively listens• Comfortable challenging supplied inputs and questioning existing processes• Analytical & Strategic Thinking skills• Problem solving and strategic thinking skills to dig deeper and develop risk based analytic solutions to enhance the control environment and audit procedures• Inquisitive and curious• Creative problem solving• Talent development• Addresses performance shortfalls and actively works on skills development with self and/or team via timely, balanced, open discussions• Personally driven and self-aware• Adaptability• Customer service• Monitor, maintain and improve systems to proactively meet customer needs and provide added value• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, work proactively and independently in a fast changing environment• Drive for results• Monitor, maintain and improve systems to support continuous improvement to drive efficiency, effectiveness and complianceThis 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.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.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.