Manufacturing Intern - Graduating High School Senior ID-2255

November 30, 2024

About our group:

At Seagate, you will join a worldwide team of talented people collaborating to redefine what digital storage is and what it can be. Seagate leads the industry in research and development and our digital storage solutions allow people the freedom to access their content anytime, anywhere. Seagate Recording Head Operations is searching for a graduating high school senior with an interest in learning more about manufacturing/engineering. The Wafer Sustaining Engineering group brings together the fields/majors of Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Materials Science from a wide variety of backgrounds. This opportunity will give you exposure to these disciplines and more as you continue on in your own educational pursuits in a STEM related field. At Seagate, we believe in the power of experiential learning to shape the next generation of engineers and technicians. Our collaborative and innovative work environment, with a focus on continuous learning, provides an ideal setting for interns to gain hands-on experience and develop their skills.

About the role - you will:

Every summer, we welcome four interns into the Sustaining Engineer organization at our high-tech manufacturing facility. Two of these interns are recent high school graduates who will be pursuing bachelor or associate degrees in engineering or science. These interns work four days a week, ten hours each day, with Fridays through Sundays off.

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Benefits and Opportunities:

Hands-on experience in a real-world manufacturing setting.
Skill development through diverse projects.
Professional growth through regular interactions with experienced engineers and managers.
Resume enhancement with projects and experiences gained during the internship.
Networking opportunities with professionals in the industry.

Daily and Weekly Support:

Our managers play a crucial role in the success of our internship program. They conduct daily check-ins with the interns and hold weekly one-on-one meetings to provide guidance, feedback, and support. This consistent interaction helps interns stay on track with their projects and fosters a supportive learning environment.

The Culmination of the Internship:

As the internship draws to a close, each intern gives a 15-minute presentation on their favorite project. This presentation focuses on what they learned and the personal value they derived from the experience. Additionally, our managers assist the interns in reviewing and updating their resumes, ensuring they leave with a polished and professional document that reflects their newfound skills and experiences.

About you:

Interested in manufacturing/engineering as a potential career path
Must be 18 or older at the time of the start of the program

Your experience includes:

High school graduate that will be pursuing a science or engineering degree in the Fall of 2025

Manufacturing Intern - Graduating High School Senior ID-2255

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Manufacturing Intern - Graduating High School Senior ID-2255

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

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