Summer 2026 Co-Op – Preamp Characterization,… at WD · Rochester

Summary: Western Digital is a company dedicated to powering global innovation through technology. As a Preamp Characterization Intern, you will evaluate next-generation analog front-end circuits, collaborating with engineers to measure and analyze performance in real operating conditions. Responsibilities: - Characterize next-generation analog front-end circuits using laboratory measurement tools - Perform electrical measurements such as gain, noise, bandwidth, and linearity - Develop scripts to automate test setups and collect measurement data - Analyze results to identify performance trends and anomalies - Partner with design engineers to help debug circuit behavior and improve performance - Document results and present insights to engineering teams Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's/Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Computer Engineering or equivalent experience - Right to work in the US without requiring Western Digital to commence or sponsor an immigration case in order to employ you now or at any point in the future - Coursework in Analog Circuits, RF Circuits, or Electronic Devices - Experience using laboratory instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, or spectrum analyzers - Programming experience in Python or MATLAB - Solid analytical and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with network analyzers or RF measurement techniques - Familiarity with low-noise amplifiers (LNA) or analog front-end circuits - Experience with test automation or measurement scripting - Exposure to signal integrity or high-speed analog systems Required Skills: Electrical Engineering, Analog Circuits, Laboratory Instrumentation Important Skills: Python, MATLAB Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical Skills, Test Automation Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Paid vacation time, Paid sick leave, Medical/dental/vision insurance, Life, accident and disability insurance, Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts, Employee assistance program, Other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, Tuition reimbursement, Transit, The Applause Program, Employee stock purchase plan, The WD Savings 401(k) Plan