Summer 2026 Intern - System Testing - MS Only at Western Digital

Roseville, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Data Storage, Technology, HardwareIndustries

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree, ideally in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field
Interested in system validation/testing and how large-scale storage systems behave in real data center-like environments
Strong programming and scripting skills, especially in one or more of: Python, Perl, Shell (or similar scripting languages)
Solid understanding of software fundamentals (data structures, debugging, writing clean and testable code)
Experience from coursework, labs, or projects in system or software testing, automation, or validation
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail when reading logs, tracing failures, and documenting findings
Effective communication and teamwork skills—you can explain what you’re seeing and ask good questions
An eagerness to learn quickly, adapt to new tools and environments, and work in a fast-moving, highly technical team

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and executing test plans for FPGA-based boards and storage systems using NVMe over Fabrics
Help define test requirements and strategies with engineers across hardware, firmware, and systems
Set up and configure lab test environments, including hardware installation, cabling through Ethernet switches, and required software/tools
Run automated and manual test cases, capture logs, document results, and clearly call out discrepancies or failures
Use Python and other scripting languages to build, extend, and maintain test scripts and simple automation frameworks
Work closely with firmware and hardware engineers to debug and troubleshoot issues
Contribute ideas to improve test methodologies, coverage, and efficiency, especially around automation
Share progress in regular team meetings and collaborate with peers to solve real test and validation problems

Skills

FPGA

NVMe over Fabrics

Python

scripting

test automation

hardware testing

lab setup

Ethernet

test plans

logs analysis

Western Digital

Provides data storage solutions and services

About Western Digital

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$927.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life, accident, & disability insurance

Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan

Risks

Seagate's HAMR technology may outperform Western Digital's ePMR in high-capacity HDDs.

Toshiba's HAMR and MAMR technologies intensify competition in the storage market.

Focus on consumer products may neglect enterprise client needs, risking market share.

Differentiation

Western Digital leads in high-capacity HDDs with 32TB UltraSMR and ePMR technology.

The company offers diverse storage solutions, including NAS, SAN, and private cloud.

Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands target creators and gamers effectively.

Upsides

Growing demand for high-capacity storage driven by AI and data-intensive applications.

Recent product launches cater to the expanding gaming and content creation markets.

Advancements in ePMR technology enhance Western Digital's competitive edge in HDDs.

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