Process Engineer and Scientist Intern

Process Engineering Group is responsible for all the key technologies and their application in magnetic recording head manufacturing processes. This covers a wide range of disciplines and includes Photolithography, Vacuum Deposition and Etch, Electro-plating, material and process characterisation techniques, as well as advanced data analytics. Many aspects of wafer process requires deep understanding of scientific principles of advanced technology, together with material properties. We welcome students and graduates from all Science and Engineering Degree Programs.

To ensure that all new Interns can benefit as effectively as possible during their time here, we offer an 11 month development opportunity called Campus to Corporate Training Program.

This Program is in place to prepare and support you by equipping you with the skills, knowledge and tools that assist you to succeed.

This can be anything from Workshops on: Learning: Gain valuable industry and corporate knowledge. Grow: Expand your professional skills, discover your strengths and explore your future career opportunities. Connect: Foster valuable relationships with peers and industry professionals for your career growth.

We have an exciting opportunity for a number of Process Engineering Interns wishing to take on an 11-month placement in a high tech industrial environment over the next academic year, commencing on 31st August 2026 and finishing 20th August 2027. The successful candidate will join our team based in Springtown in Derry.

You will:

• Work on state-of-art technology in wafer manufacturing in the areas of photolithography, Vacuum Deposition and Etch, Electro-plating, and associated metrology techniques within the Process Engineering Department.
• Work with engineers and technicians on projects that optimise process capability and improving wafer yield.
• Undertake training programs covering data analysis, six sigma, and recording head technologies.

• You will currently be studying a relevant Science and Engineering Degree.
• Have solid understanding of basic scientific and engineering principles of related courses.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills and desire to work in high tech manufacturing environment.

• Currently undertaking a Bachelor or Master's degree in Science or Engineering subject.

Completed applications should be submitted no later than midnight on Monday, 5th January 2026.

This is a Full-Time position working 39 hours per week, on-site working. The placement dates are: Starting on Monday, 31st August 2026 and finishing Friday, 20th August 2027

• Please note that you must be eligible to live and work in the UK. without the requirement to be sponsored by Seagate. This role does not meet the criteria set by the Home Office for sponsorship on a Skilled Worker Visa as such sponsorship of this visa cannot be offered.

Please demonstrate on your Cover Letter or CV how you meet the criteria set out in the job description identified above.

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Springtown, Derry / Londonderry, Northern Ireland

Our Springtown site is Derry/Londonderry's largest manufacturer, we're proud that Seagate is a flexible and inclusive place to work. We have more than 1,400 employees spanning research and development, manufacturing, and many other functions.

Here at work, you can grab breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks at our subsidized on-site cafe.

Looking for an active break from your workday? We've got you covered. Take a group or individual exercise class during lunch or after work at our on-site gym.

Network with your colleagues through the Young Professionals Network, Women's Leadership Group, the Carers Café (for caregivers of individuals with disabilities), Volunteer in the community with our support Join our creative network, which includes a choir, foreign language classes and even a cookery class

Join our Employee Resource Groups (ERG), a voluntary, employee-led community built on a shared diversity identity and/or an appreciation of that identity, open to ALL current employees at Seagate

See list below of many of our Springtown Company Benefits:

• Health – Statutory sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare service, Employee assistance programmes, and On-site gym/ exercise classes / personal trainer.
• Work Life Balance – Annual Leave & Bank Holidays,
• Finance – Pension – employer contributory scheme, Employee stock purchase plan, Competitive base pay, Pay for civil / jury duty, bereavement leave.
• Career – Training and development opportunities, Learning & development programmes including Campus to Corporate.

Location: Springtown, United Kingdom

Travel: None