Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR) Media Research Intern
About our group:
You will be working in the HAMR Media Process Development & Product Integration group at Seagate’s Fremont Research Center where we develop leading edge recording media technology for future hard disk drives from theoretical concept through technology development to product maturity. The team works closely with other departments such as equipment engineering and magnetic and recording test and characterization.
About the role - you will:
- Work closely with the process team to fabricate and characterize novel media structures for Heat Assisted Magnetic Recording.
- Learn and apply magnetic, thermal and structural characterization techniques.
- Use modern data analysis tools to compare measurements with modeling results to understand the underlying media Physics.
Interns typically work Monday thru Friday 8am to 5pm. The hours are subject to change with or without notice at the sole discretion of Seagate.
About you:
- Available summer 2025 starting in May or June and returning to school in the fall.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a creative environment.
Your experience includes:
- Solid understanding of and hands-on experience with thin film deposition tools, and a broad range of magnetic, thermals and structural characterization techniques preferred.
- Proficient data analysis skills with JMP, Origin, IGOR, MatLab or similar software tools.
- Currently pursuing a Masters or PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Materials Science or a related field.
Location:
Our Gold LEED-certified Fremont product-design campus drives innovation, bringing together a diverse set of engineering, design, operations, support and administrative teams. The site is equipped with state-of-the-art clean room and lab space. On-site social activities are popular, including our annual BBQ, ice cream social, and holiday events. Wellness programs, gaming rooms and the on-site fitness center help round out and balance your Seagate work-life experience, along with opportunities to give back to our local community.
The estimated base salary range for this position in the San Francisco Bay Area is: $41 -$48. Actual salary range is based on the regional labor market of the role in the geography in which the position is located based on the requirements of the job and your skills. This posted salary range is a good faith and reasonable estimate, and Seagate reserves the right to adjust this range depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible employees; including, but not limited to, eligibility for variable pay bonus, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short-and long-term disability, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, health savings account, dependent care and healthcare spending accounts, flexible time off/vacation, paid holidays and paid parental leave and well-being programs.
Location: Fremont, USA, Research Center
Travel: None