Hardware Engineering Internship (pursuing Bachelor of Science)
At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.
Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.
Job Description
We are seeking highly motivated university students to learn and contribute hands-on while working on our engineering teams during Summer 2022. Current student pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Engineering Physics, or related field and graduating December 2022 and beyond are encouraged to apply.
We are recruiting for the following areas where you can be hired into a role within the group:
- ASIC Engineering – ASIC Engineers help oversee the definition, design, verification, and documentation for ASIC development. The various roles help determine architecture design, logic design and system simulation; define module interfaces/formats for simulation; evaluate all aspects of the process flow from high level design to synthesis, place and route, and timing and power use; and analyze equipment to establish operation data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results.
- Hardware Development Engineering – Hardware Engineers focus on achieving higher capacity and highly reliable magnetic recording systems. In the roles you can help provide analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of hardware for products; develop test strategies, devices, and systems; and perform stress and performance tests on a variety of computer hardware including circuit boards, processors, and wiring.
- Firmware Engineering - Firmware Engineer supports analysis, design, programming, debugging and software modification. Team members are responsible for code for firmware (IC embedded code) applications. Work often involves analog and digital hardware and software operating systems. Positions require knowledge and exposure to hardware design. Typically programs in machine language, assembly language and high level languages (e.g., C, C++).
- Systems Design & Integration Engineering - Systems Design & Integration Engineers design, define and implement complex system requirements for customers and/or prepares studies and analyzes existing systems. In this role you can help determine system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility. Be part of the team that coordinates design of subsystems and integration of total system; identifies, analyzes, and resolves program support deficiencies; and develops and recommends corrective actions.
- Mechanical Design Engineering - Mechanical Design Engineers focus on designing and analyzing mechanical systems, equipment, and packaging. Join the team that conducts feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs; prepare detailed design, design testing and prototype fabrication; and provides design information to drafting for packaging documentation.
- Equipment Engineering – Equipment Engineers valuate, select, and order equipment that is most appropriate and cost effective for the manufacture of company products. You can help oversee the installation, modification, upgrade, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment. Day-to-day responsibilities can include, maintaining current records on equipment manufacturers’ technical notices, upgrades, and safety issues; studying equipment performance and reliability; establishing programs and solutions for increasing uptime and for equipment problems that affect the manufacturing process; providing technical support to the manufacturing equipment repair and process engineering organizations; and defining and writing preventative maintenance schedules.
What is the RAMP Program? The RAMP Program is supplemental to your day-to-day internship responsibilities. In this program, you will gain deeper exposure to Western Digital’s culture and the different parts of the organization. RAMP Program elements include:
- Professional insights from leaders and professionals
- Engaging networking activities with cohort
- Equity, Inclusion & Diversity and Global Giving & Doing events
Where are these roles located? You’ll have the opportunity to work with teams in:
- Chandler, Arizona
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Irvine, California
- Longmont, Colorado
- Milpitas, California
- Rochester, Minnesota
- San Jose, California
Qualifications
- Current student pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Engineering Physics, or related field and graduating December 2022 and beyond
- Developing technical skills and area of study towards, but not limited to, analog and/or digital electronics, Verilog, VHDL, C/C++, Python, Linux operating systems, Matlab, Solidworks, Ansys
- Right to work in the US without requiring Western Digital to commence or sponsor an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case)
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Interest in HDD, flash, semiconductor, components, nonvolatile memory industry
Additional information
Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at staffingsupport@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying