Fall 2026 Intern - Platform Prototype Development

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This internship is a hands-on mechanical engineering opportunity focused on the design and development of a showcase prototype enclosure for next-generation intelligent storage platforms. The selected candidate will help design and fabricate a custom transparent enclosure/display system that highlights key electronic and compute components used in advanced data center storage systems. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Design a show display prototype enclosure for an advanced intelligent storage platform. Collaborate with the engineering teams to translate the production design into showcase/demo-ready prototypes. Participate in design reviews and prototype validation activities. Create and modify mechanical designs using SolidWorks. Support prototype fabrication activities including: drilling, routing, cutting, polishing, fastening, and assembly Perform mechanical calculations related to fit, articulation, tolerances, and load-bearing structures Work within the tight timelines needed to achieve this display concept. This role is part of WD's early career development program. WD's early career development program is ideal for individuals at the early stages of their professional career. Participants receive foundational training through structured onboarding, mentorship, and a curated development curriculum. The responsibilities of this role are typically aligned with candidates who have approximately 0-2+ years of relevant professional experience, though candidates of all experience levels are encouraged to apply. Required: Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline Right to work in the US without requiring Western Digital to commence or sponsor an immigration case in order to employ you at any point in the future required. Experience using SolidWorks, CAD, or similar 3D modeling tools Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills Comfortable working in a lab, prototype, or fabrication environment Strong communication and collaboration skills Self-starter with strong initiative and eagerness to learn Program management an advantage WD 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 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. Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 9/9/26, although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline. #LI-MT Compensation & Benefits Details An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6

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