Summer Intern - Software Engineering

Seagate Technology • Shakopee, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Seagate is seeking a Software Engineering Summer Intern for its Equipment Development Engineering organization in Shakopee, Minnesota. The group develops equipment for the development and testing of recording technologies and has more than 25 years of experience designing equipment for assembling and testing hard disk drive components. Its areas of expertise include nano motion, precision measurement solutions, and automation system design and control.

The intern will support the design, development, and qualification of software used to test recording heads and media. Working with software engineers and multidisciplinary teams, the intern will help develop and maintain automated test systems, enhance data analysis tools, and contribute software solutions that improve testing performance and reliability. The role provides hands-on experience with engineering challenges and custom test equipment.

Requirements

• Proficiency in C, C++, or C# and/or proficiency in Python.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse group of engineers and technicians.
• Judgment and motivation to complete actions.
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision and creatively solve problems.
• Ability to multitask and focus on completing numerous projects.
• Working toward a BS in Computer Science or Software Engineering and enrolled in Fall 2027 classes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing software and contributing to a large codebase in a team environment.
• Experience with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and qualification of software used to test recording heads and media.
• Develop and maintain automated test systems.
• Enhance data analysis tools.
• Contribute software solutions that improve the performance and reliability of testing processes.
• Work collaboratively with software engineers and multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineers.
• Work hands-on with custom test equipment and tools such as signal generators and oscilloscopes.
• Complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision and creatively solve problems as they arise.
• Manage multiple projects and focus on completing them.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible interns.
• Participation in the employee stock purchase plan.
• 12 paid holidays.
• A minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave.
• On-site fully equipped fitness center with wellness programs, tournaments, and group workouts.
• On-site café with freshly sourced foods and specialty coffees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern