Manager, Global Internal Communications

Job description

Requisition Number: 76141 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. Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use. Role Purpose Corning Optical Communications is seeking a strategic, highly collaborative Global Internal Communications Manager to lead internal communications. This role is responsible for shaping and implementing a global communications strategy that keeps employees informed, engaged, and connected to business priorities, while helping leaders communicate clearly during periods of growth, change, and transformation. The ideal candidate is an experienced communications professional who can move seamlessly between strategy and execution — advising senior leaders, translating complex business topics into clear and compelling messaging, and managing high-impact communications across multiple channels, audiences, and geographies. This role is a key partner to the Optical Communications leadership team and will help strengthen employee understanding of the business, reinforce culture, and support organizational effectiveness. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute internal communications strategies aligned with business priorities, organizational goals, and employee engagement needs. Partner with senior leaders to create clear, consistent communications around business strategy, priorities, and organizational updates. Lead executive communications support for key moments such as town halls, leadership messages, organizational announcements, change initiatives, and crisis communications. Create, edit, and distribute engaging content across internal channels, including intranet, email, presentations, leadership messaging, and employee stories. Oversee day-to-day management of internal communications channels and platforms, including editorial planning, content governance, channel optimization, and basic site maintenance. Manage and coach internal communications team support while partnering cross-functionally with HR, business leaders, employee groups, and project teams to deliver audience-specific messaging. Measure communication effectiveness, maintain communications infrastructure and best practices, and support internal meetings, events, and ongoing process improvements. Experiences/Education - Required Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, or related field Minimum 7 years’ experience in internal communications, employee communications, executive communications, or a related communications discipline in a large, complex organization Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences, channels, and business contexts Experience developing communications strategies and implementing integrated plans across multiple platforms Experience working directly with senior leaders and providing communications counsel in fast-moving, high-visibility situations Strong project management, prioritization, and stakeholder management skills, including support for organizational change or transformation communications Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital communications platforms such as SharePoint, along with experience in communications analytics, channel optimization, and visual presentation development This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $131,318.00 - $180,562.00 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 .