Seagate Research Group is seeking a motivated engineering or applied physics intern who is familiar with microfluidic modeling, including CFD, and has an interest in microfluidic device design or fabrication. The position is based at Seagate's R&D site in Shakopee, MN.

• Review primary literature to gain knowledge of the latest techniques for transporting fluid volumes at the sub-microliter scale, such as those used for Lab on a Chip (LoaC) applications or drug delivery.
• Develop an understanding of the forces affecting fluid flow or fluid droplets at this volume scale, including electrical field and electrostatic effects.
• Develop and simulate methods for mixing and separating flows, or droplets, at the sub-micro volume scale.
• Recommend fluidic device design approaches and materials that enable manipulation of low volume droplet or flow manipulation.
• Consider different fabrication strategies and make recommendations based on the above learning and simulation.

• Student pursuing an MS or PhD degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, materials science, applied physics, or other related discipline
• Using packaged fluid mechanical software (CFD), such as ANSYS.
• Familiarity with concepts and methods in ultra-low volume fluid flow.
• Familiarity with microfluidic device fab and device control.
• Self-motivated, independent and a team player with strong communication skills
• Attentive to detail, and proactive in defining the direction of the project

Our Shakopee campus is located 25 minutes southwest of Minneapolis in a setting with a rural vibe - it overlooks a horse racing track and stables, yet it has great entertainment venues close by as well. With wide-open spaces, the campus has plenty of space for running, biking, shooting some hoops or playing volleyball over lunch. If working out is your thing, the on-site fully equipped fitness center hosts wellness programs, tournaments and group workouts. Hungry? Seagate offers an on-site cafe with freshly sourced foods and specialty coffees, or if you prefer, drive to one of many restaurants just minutes away.