Head Disk Mechanical Intern - Summer 2027

Crosslinked; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase plan

12 paid holidays

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Seagate Technology in Shakopee, MN seeks a Head Disk Mechanical Intern for Summer 2027. The role focuses on tribology testing of head-disk interfaces, AFM work, and data analysis using Python, JMP and Matlab.

You will collaborate with materials science, mechanical design, test software, and reliability engineering teams. The position emphasizes hands-on bench work, laboratory experiments, and documentation of results.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS or MS in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with data analysis and bench experiments.
• Familiarity with AFM/SEM and tribology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Run tribology experiments on head-disk interfaces using AFM and optical analyzers.
• Analyze data with Python, JMP and Matlab.
• Support integration of new head-disk technologies in a team setting.
• Document findings in technical reports and share results with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Python

JMP

Matlab

Data analysis

AFM

HDD testing

Education

BS/MS in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

AFM

SEM

Oscilloscopes

Excel

Python code

Job description

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Head Disk Mechanical Intern - Summer 2027

Seagate Technology

• Shakopee, MN,today

$27 – $37/hr

BS-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $126k (388 that show pay).

Run tribology experiments on head-disk interfaces using AFM and optical surface analyzers, and analyze data with Python/JMP/Matlab.

Why it is interesting.

Hands-on AFM and optical surface analysis of HAMR/PMR head-disk interfaces, working alongside materials science and reliability teams

Might not be for you.

Focus is mechanical/tribology testing and data analysis rather than materials synthesis or polymer work

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleInternship-friendly

Adjacent materials role:Tribology of head-disk interfaces; AFM, SEM, thin films, lubrication, material characterization; works with materials science team on HAMR/PMR media

Seniority Intern/Co-op

Work On-site

Type Internship

Degree BS

Experience No minimum

Industry Electronics

Role R&D / Research

Materials

thin films,161 roleslubricants,14 roles

atomic force microscopy,8 rolesoptical surface analysisoscilloscope measurementsHDD bench testingscanning electron microscopy,15 rolesmaterial characterization,78 rolescontamination control,5 roles

Benefits

• employee stock purchase plan12 paid holidayson-site fitness center

Role details

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).

About The Role

• you will:
• Gain foundational knowledge of HDDs, recording subsystems, and future technologies
• Gain understanding of collaborative effort with cross-functional teams including materials science, mechanical design, test software, and reliability engineering
• Participate in engineering and training activities with HDM team members, for example, HDD bench testing and data analysis
• Perform a variety of experiments in the lab using bench instruments, computer software, Python code, signal processing, and oscilloscopes, atomic force microscopes (AFM), and optical surface analyzers
• Help with running experiments that enable integration novel head and media technologies to improve the tribology of PMR and HAMR head disk interfaces
• Data analysis using Python, JMP, Matlab, Minitab and MS Excel
• Perform drive measurements, integration testing, and data analysis
• Document findings and present results in technical reports and team meetings About you:
• 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. Adaptable in fast-paced, multi-priority environments. Detail-oriented, results-driven, and able to work independently. Hands-on problem solver

• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated and self-directed.

• Basic computer & presentation skills
• Intermediate technical background in computer programming or data analysis or experimental work Your experience includes:
• Familiar with basic data analysis, running experiments, operating laboratory instruments, and preparing technical reports
• Programming and debugging experience
• Experience with characterization and analytical instruments like atomic force microscopes and scanning electron microscopes is a plus.

• MATLAB or Python experience is a plus
• Competency in MS office applications.
• Experience with statistical analysis
• Experience with tribology, surface chemistry, lubrication, contamination control, material characterization (AFM, electron microscopes), and thin films is a plus
• Education: Current student pursuing a BS or MS degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, physics, chemistry, materials science, chemical Engineering or equivalent, and returning to classes in Fall 2027 Location: Our Shakopee campus is located 25 minutes southwest of Minneapolis in a setting with a rural vibe – it overlooks a horse racing track and stables, yet it has great entertainment venues close by as well.

With wide-open spaces, the campus has plenty of space for running, biking, shooting some hoops or playing volleyball over lunch. If working out is your thing, the on-site fully equipped fitness center hosts wellness programs, tournaments and group workouts. Hungry? Seagate offers an on-site café with freshly sourced foods and specialty coffees, or if you prefer, drive to one of many restaurants just minutes away. The estimated base wage range for this position is $27-$37/hr. The individual base wage is based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible Interns, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and participation in the employee stock purchase plan. Seagate also offers Interns 12 paid holidays and a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave. The benefits for this position are based on a 24 to 40-hour-per-week schedule for a full calendar year and may differ depending on work location and tenure with the Company. Location : Shakopee, United States Travel : None