Westerndigital

Intern - Manufacturing Engineer

Biñan City, LAGUNA, Philippines · On-site · Internship

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EmployerWesterndigital
LocationBiñan City, LAGUNA, 4024, Philippines
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeInternship
Employer posted19 days ago

The Engineering Intern will join Western Digital's Head Backend Business Unit for a structured 3-6 month internship program at the Philippines site (PHO). The internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure to precision manufacturing operations, specifically slider processing and HGA (Head Gimbal Assembly) assembly within the storage technology industry.

Interns will be embedded in the Engineering organization and assigned a dedicated buddy/mentor. The internship is structured with clear deliverables, a mid-point check-in, and a final project presentation.

High-performing interns will be considered for conversion to the ECT -- under the BEST Program.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting day-to-day engineering activities in assigned function area
Assisting in data collection, process monitoring, and documentation
Contributing to a defined internship project with measurable output
Attending structured learning sessions and technical orientations
Completing mid-point and end-of-internship assessments
Presenting internship project findings to team and mentor at program close

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REQUIRED:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field.
Minimum 3rd-year standing; rising seniors are preferred.
In good academic standing.
Available for a 3–6-month full-time or part-time internship.
The internship is intended for students whose academic program requires or allows an internship for academic credit.

PREFERRED:

Prior internship, laboratory, or hands-on experience in engineering or manufacturing.
Exposure to quality tools, process documentation, or engineering drawings.
Basic data analysis skills, including Excel and basic statistics.
Strong academic performance in technical subjects.

SKILLS

Eagerness to learn and develop skills in a manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Reliable, punctual, and committed to completing the internship duration.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

TARGET ONBOARDING DATES:

Candidates should be available to start their internship on one of the following target dates:

November 16, 2026
January 11/12, 2027
April 1, 2027
May 24/25, 2027

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 jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to WD Ethics Helpline or email compliance@wdc.com.

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