Wafer Photo Process Engineering Internship - Summer 2027

Seagate Technology; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

12 paid holidays

Minimum 48 hours paid sick leave

Job summary

Seagate is seeking a Wafer Photo Process Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Bloomington, MN. You will work with photolithography tools, conduct trials in a cleanroom, and analyze data to support process improvements for recording head products.

Ideal candidates are pursuing engineering or materials science degrees, with exposure to data analysis tools (MATLAB, R, Excel, JMP, Python) and strong communication. The role includes on-site facilities and a structured internship program.

Qualifications

• Completed at least two years of an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Material Science.
• Enrolled in Fall 2027 classes.
• Interest in nano-fabrication processes/operations.
• Statistics and Data Analysis experience using MatLab, R, Excel, JMP or Python.
• Strong communication skills and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical understanding of Photolithography process tools and responses.
• Perform process trials in a cleanroom to test product trials and improvements.
• Utilize software tools for data analysis and presentation to engineers.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Motivated / self-directed

Education

Engineering

Materials Science

Tools

MATLAB

R

Excel

JMP

Python

Job description

Wafer Photo Process Engineering Internship - Summer 2027 Job Description Job Alerts Link Job Title: Wafer Photo Process Engineering Internship - Summer 2027 Posting Start Date: 11/10/26 Requisition Id: 15530 Job Description:

About our group:

Seagate's Wafer Operations Photolithography Process Engineering organization is seeking an Engineering Intern to conduct trials and participate in continuous improvement projects during summer 2026. This position will be located in Seagate’s Bloomington, MN facility.

About the role - you will:

• Develop technical understanding of one or more Photolithography process tools used in the wafer manufacturing process, as well as the process responses
• Perform process trials, working in a cleanroom environment to complete product trials and process improvements for Seagate’s recording head products
• Utilize software tools as needed for data analysis and presentation to complete projects and assist Photo engineers.

About you:

• Interest in nano-fabrication processes/operations
• Statistics and Data Analysis experience using MatLab, R, Excel, JMP or Python.
• Strong Communication skills
• Highly motivated and self-directed

Your experience includes:

Completed at least two years of an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Material Science and enrolled in Fall 2027 classes.

Location:

Our Normandale campus spans two suburbs, Edina and Bloomington, and serves as the Recording Head development and manufacturing arm of Seagate. Located in the heart of a bustling community, Seagate offers an on-site café, or if you prefer, you can drive to one of many restaurants just minutes away. Need to grab a gift over lunchtime? Shopping is abundant in the area. If working out is your thing, the on-site fully equipped fitness center hosts wellness programs, outdoor activities, tournaments, and group workouts. Looking for something more laid back? Reset in one of our meditation rooms, or simply take a walk around our indoor walking path. On-site cultural festivals, celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities also abound.

The estimated base wage range for this position is $27.00-31.00/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.
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Location: Normandale, United States
Travel: None

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