Summer Intern 2026 - Modeling and Simulation
Western DigitalSan Jose, California, United States
Posted April 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Western Digital is a company of problem solvers that aims to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology.
Job Description
As a HAMR modeling intern, you will learn and contribute to how we understand, design and fabricate the next generation of magnetic recording media. You will collaborate with engineers, contribute to simulation tools, and develop mathematical/statistical models.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a PhD in Physics/Engineering/Computer Science or fields related to magnetic recording physics
- Strong analytical skills with a background in simulation of magnetism or magnetic recording
- Strong development skills in relevant programming languages, eg: python, MATLAB
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Paid vacation time
- Paid sick leave
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- Life, accident and disability insurance
- Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Employee assistance program
- Other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
- Tuition reimbursement
- Transit
- The Applause Program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- The WD Savings 401(k) Plan