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Intern - AI Design Discovery - Summer 2026

CompanySeagate Technology
LocationBloomington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 28, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Develop AI-based surrogate models for fast design simulation of physics-based models and create novel validation techniques to improve confidence in AI tools. Explore literature to propose novel machine learning architectures and develop state-of-the-art AI/ML solutions to solve technical problems.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$22 - $43
Company Size
16455
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Seagate is a leader in mass-capacity data storage. We’ve delivered more than four and a half billion terabytes of capacity over the past four decades. We make storage that scales, bringing trust and integrity to innovations that depend on data. In an era of unprecedented creation, Seagate stores infinite potential. Unlock the full value of your data today.
About the Role

About our group:

 

The Data Storage and Memory Devices Group within the Seagate Research Group (SRG) is primarily responsible for performing experiments and simulations to guide the design the future of hard-disk drive based, and other, advanced data storage and memory technologies. 

 

The work performed by this team directly informs the Company’s product roadmaps. Modeling and simulation are used to evaluate designs up to 10 years in the future, as well as elucidate experimentally observed phenomena. Machine learning models are also being developed to predict product reliability and inform future materials and design directions. 

About the role - you will:

 

  • Develop AI based surrogate models for fast design simulation of physics-based models.  

  • Create novel validation techniques to aid in improving confidence in AI tools. 

  • Explore the literature to propose novel machine learning architectures and processes. 

  • Develop state-of-the-art AI/ML and data science solutions to solve/optimize technical problems in advanced technology areas 

About you:

 

  • Passionate about data science and physics modeling. 

  • Developer that desires their tools to be used in practice with high confidence. 

  • Self-motivated, independent, and a team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills 

  • Innovative with a growth mindset, willing to learn new concepts and comfortable working outside your comfort zone 

Your experience includes:

 

  • Background experience in numerically solving partial differential equations using finite difference and/or element methods. 

  • Programming experience in Python 

  • Good understanding and experience in machine learning and deep learning, e.g., DNN, CNN, Transformer, Reinforcement Learning, Active Learning, GAN, etc. 

  • Some familiarity with DeepONet, FNO, and/or other techniques using machine learning for surrogate modeling. 

  • Pursuing a PhD degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Engineering, Electrical engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Math, or other related areas. Must be enrolled in Fall 2026 classes at a US university. 

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 lunch time? 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. #internship

 

The estimated base wage range for this position is $22-$43/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

Key Skills
Data SciencePhysics ModelingProgrammingMachine LearningDeep LearningSurrogate ModelingNumerical MethodsFinite DifferenceFinite Element MethodsPythonDNNCNNTransformerReinforcement LearningActive LearningGAN
Categories
TechnologyData & AnalyticsEngineeringScience & Research
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionEmployee Stock Purchase PlanPaid HolidaysPaid Sick Leave