Summer 2026 Intern - HDD Testing

Join WD's HDD Integration and Head-Media Reliability team as an HDD Test Intern, where you'll support critical testing operations that validate drive performance and quality. Working within HDD Development, you'll assist senior engineers in test execution, learn failure analysis methodologies, and develop technical reporting skills while gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge nanotechnology. You'll work on Hard Drive Integration Tests and Head-Media Reliability Design of Experiments (DOE), supporting the validation of read/write head and media interactions that ensure drive reliability and performance. HDD Test Maintenance & Execution  – Assist prime engineers in running HDD integration tests and head-media reliability experiments; ensure tests execute accurately and troubleshoot issues as they arise Failure Analysis  – Learn and apply FA methodologies to investigate test failures; identify root causes and document findings for corrective action Data Analysis & Reporting  – Analyze test datasets using Python and JMP; generate technical reports and presentations summarizing test outcomes and engineering insights Design of Experiments (DOE)  – Support head-media reliability DOE activities to optimize performance parameters and validate component interactions This position is part of our Early Career program at WD. Our Early Career program is designed to support individuals beginning their professional career by providing the foundational training through a structured onboarding, mentorship, and development curriculum. Required Skills: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience Foundational engineering skills in problem-solving, data analysis, and technical documentation Proficiency in  Python  for scripting, test automation, and data processing Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Experience with  JMP  or similar statistical analysis software Hands-on involvement in engineering projects (academic or personal) demonstrating self-driven initiative Preferred Skills: Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies Understanding of component testing, hardware validation, or storage systems WD is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee 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 " Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here .   WD 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 co ... (truncated, view full listing at source)