Characterization and Analytics Internship - Summer 2026
About The Position
The Head Disk Mechanical Team integrates heads and media for developing the next generation Seagate perpendicular magnetic recording (PMR) and Heat Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR) products. We work with Seagate design centers and component centers around the world to stage novel head disc media interfacial technologies to improve the tribological performance, areal density, and reliability of PMR and HAMR Hard Disc Drives (HDDs). Integrate novel head and media technologies to improve the tribology of PMR and HAMR head disk interfaces Characterize Transducer and Media technologies to integrate in state of art hard drives Characterize the Head Disk Spacing and improve the test process to reduce head disk spacing sigma Perform a variety of experiments in the lab using bench instruments, signal processing, and oscilloscopes Do Volume data analysis using Python, JMP, Matlab, Minitab and MS Excel Uphold key Seagate values of integrity, inclusion, and innovation. Excellent Communication and Teamwork abilities. Ability to communicate and collaborate with global and cross functional teams Highly motivated and self-directed Basic computer & presentation skills. Hands-on problem solver who can manage multiple projects. Adapt to rapidly evolving technology and work effectively with ambiguity and change.
Requirements
- Familiar with basic data analysis, running experiments, operating laboratory instruments, and preparing technical reports.
- Programming and debugging experience.
- Uphold key Seagate values of integrity, inclusion, and innovation.
- Excellent Communication and Teamwork abilities.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with global and cross functional teams
- Highly motivated and self-directed Basic computer & presentation skills.
- Hands-on problem solver who can manage multiple projects.
- Adapt to rapidly evolving technology and work effectively with ambiguity and change.
Nice To Haves
- MATLAB or Python experience is a plus
- Competency in MS office applications.
- Experience with statistical analysis
- Experience with tribology, lubrication, contamination control, material characterization (AFM, SEM), and thin films is a plus
Responsibilities
- Integrate novel head and media technologies to improve the tribology of PMR and HAMR head disk interfaces
- Characterize Transducer and Media technologies to integrate in state of art hard drives
- Characterize the Head Disk Spacing and improve the test process to reduce head disk spacing sigma
- Perform a variety of experiments in the lab using bench instruments, signal processing, and oscilloscopes
- Do Volume data analysis using Python, JMP, Matlab, Minitab and MS Excel
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- participation in the employee stock purchase plan
- 12 paid holidays
- a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
