Fall 2023 Software Engineering (Firmware) Intern

Company Description

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 to our HDD engineering teams for a Fall Co-Op.  A current student pursuing a Master of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and graduating December 2023 and beyond are encouraged to apply.   Part of the intent of the Co-op program is to enable transitions to full time positions after completion of the Co-op period.

As a Firmware Co-Op Engineer, you will be part of a team of growth minded problem solvers that are bringing to life world-class performance for our customers.  In the offered role, you will work as part of the system engineering and architecture organization to improve, maintain, and develop models describing present and future system behaviors and requirements that underpin a subset of HDD firmware development. 

The system nature of the role will require interaction across different disciplines, need for good communication skills, and desire to learn.

Qualifications

• Student currently pursuing a Master of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Engineering Physics, or related field and graduating December 2023 and beyond
• Developing technical skills and area of study towards, but not limited to, analog and/or digital electronics, mathematics, dynamic systems modeling
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications 
• Proficient in at least one structured programming/scripting language (e.g. C/C++, python, Matlab, etc…)
• 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.

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