About the role#
The Self Servo-Write Development Group at Toshiba is looking for an intern to work on HDD process technology. You will spend the summer working within an international team to explore HDD servo control systems and development challenges.
What you'll do#
- Upgrade, test, and validate a new generation of MATLAB-based HDD servo system analysis and diagnostic tools.
- Characterize HDD self-servo write subsystem performance under varying physical conditions using lab-based data collection.
- Optimize servo control system parameters using automated tuning technologies.
- Produce quality embedded firmware.
- Participate in peer design reviews and document advanced SSW process functions.
- Report and review your findings with the development team.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree in Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
- A solid background in servo control, with preference for graduate-level coursework.
- Strong embedded coding skills.
- Familiarity with MATLAB or Octave.
- Interest in a career in embedded control systems.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship at $52 to $55 per hour.
About Toshiba
Toshiba operates as a group of companies providing technology for energy, infrastructure, and electronics sectors. The organization maintains a presence in North America through four distinct entities focused on power generation, industrial motors, and semiconductor solutions. Founded in 1965, the company is headquartered in Irvine, California. It employs 8820 people across its operations.
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