Seagate Intern - Optical Engineering - Summer 2022
Location: Bloomington, MN, US
About our group:
Seagate is looking for an Optical Engineering intern who will report to the Wafer Process Engineering group at Seagate's Recording Head Operations located in Bloomington, MN.
About the role - you will:
This internship position will involve process optimization of laser light paths and optical systems in a thin film HAMR recording head. HAMR is the future of HDD recording and is enabled by an integrated laser that is used to energize a plasmonic near-field transducer. Candidate will be able to record and assemble data, analyze and interpret results, and to prepare and deliver presentations explaining these results to engineers and managers.
About you:
- Current student pursuing a BS or MS degree in Physics, Lasers / Optics, or a relevant Engineering degree.
- Some experience with characterization of lasers and/or optical systems is preferred.
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 lunch time? 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.
Other Important information:
United States Only - Seagate believes that vaccines are one of the most powerful tools to fight COVID-19 and maintain a safer workplace. Proof of a completed COVID-19 vaccination is required for all US-based employees of Seagate. This requirement applies to all employees and locations in the United States including those employees working remotely, consistent with the requirements under Executive Order 14042 for federal contractors/sub-contractors. Seagate will consider exceptions to this policy for medical or religious reasons on an individualized basis.
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