Fall 2026 PhD Intern - Hardware Development Engineering

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Fall 2026 PhD Intern - Hardware Development EngineeringInternJob Type (exemption status): Non-Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowSalary Range: 42.02-56.00Business Function: Engineering SupportWork Location: Fremont Office--LOC_WDT_USCA13Company DescriptionWD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.Join us and let’s shape the future of data.Job DescriptionWe are inviting applications for an internship on the Hardware Development Engineering Team.Learn how to disposition non-critical layers and assign non-critical layers’ ownership to their daily routine disposition and trouble shoot for excursion related to their layers.Primary responsibility is to sustain layers own by their.  Working with production to ensure smooth process for their layers. Photo process development work for new layers/future products,Work with mask management ME owner to help with day in day out work related to mask management.Help current ME to execute their projects, will be project by project case.QualificationsREQUIRED​​​​​​Currently pursuing or recently completed PhD in Engineering or Core Science (For Ex, EE, ME, Physics, etc)SKILLSCritical Thinking and Problem Solving SkillsAbility to Quickly Ascertain a Situation and Determine What is NeededStrong Communication and Presentation Ability Salary Range: 42.02-56.00Additional InformationWD 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 contribution.WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation...