Wafer Process Control Intern - Wet Processes Summer 2027
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026.
About our group:
The Wet Process Engineering team is responsible for controlling and optimizing Chemical Mechanical Polish (CMP), Electroplating and Wet Chemical Etch operations used to fabricate Magnetic Recording Heads. We utilize both traditional and novel process control methods and systems today, and are actively working to expand our usage of Advanced Process Control (APC) enabling algorithmic and automatic process control adjustments. We also develop and manage automated systems to control and disposition parts and to monitor and control process health.
This Intern will work with our team of Factory Controls Engineers, and Wafer Process Engineers in our Bloomington, MN facility. This internship will focus on enabling new methods of automated process controls on the wafer manufacturing equipment used to build the latest generation of recording heads that go into Seagate’s most advanced Hard Disc Drives (HDD)
About the role - you will:
Factory Automation
Process Optimization
Root Cause Analysis
Design and Execution of Experiments
Statistical Data Analysis
Experimentation for Process Chemical Qualifications
Production Machinery Installation and/or Debugging
Technical Support for Product Launches
Gauge Capability Studies
Process Documentation and Training
About you:
- Interested in manufacturing/engineering as a potential career path
Your experience includes:
BS student pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, other engineering or related disciplines and must be enrolled in Fall 2027 classes.
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 lunchtime? 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.
The estimated base wage range for this position is $24.00-31.00/hr. The individual base wage is based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible Interns, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and participation in the employee stock purchase plan. Seagate also offers Interns 12 paid holidays and a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave. The benefits for this position are based on a 24 to 40-hour-per-week schedule for a full calendar year and may differ depending on work location and tenure with the Company.
Location: Normandale, United States
Travel: None