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Intern - Data Analytics
Western Digital Technologies INC · 🇺🇸 Biñan City, LAGUNA, PH
Sponsorship verdict
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 176 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 56 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Western Digital Technologies INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles9 certified filings for “Director, Data Analytics Engineering” (Data Scientists) in CA: $158k–$175k, median $174k. Most were filed at wage level I (60%) — 1 lottery entry, ≈15% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 176 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 56 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
The Data Analytics / Computer Science Intern will join Western Digital's Head Backend Business Unit for a structured 3-6 month internship at the Philippines site (PHO). This role sits within the Engineering organization and is designed to introduce data-savvy students to the world of manufacturing analytics in a precision technology environment. The intern will support analytics and digitalization initiatives within slider processing and HGA assembly operations, helping build tools, reports, and visualizations that support engineering and operations decision-making. High-performing interns will be considered for conversion to the ECT -- under the BEST Program. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting development of operational dashboards and engineering reports • Assisting in data extraction, cleaning, and exploratory analysis of manufacturing datasets • Writing scripts or queries to automate manual reporting tasks (Python, SQL, Power BI) • Collaborating with engineers to understand data needs and translate them into analytical outputs • Completing a defined analytics internship project with a final presentation • Participating in structured learning and check-in sessions throughout the program REQUIRED: • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Statistics, Engineering with a strong analytics/programming focus, or a related field. • Minimum 3rd-year standing. • Proficiency in Python and/or SQL. • Demonstrated experience in data analysis or data visualization through academic projects, competitions, personal projects, or similar experience. • Available for a 3–6 month internship. • The internship is intended for students whose academic program requires or allows an internship for academic credit. PREFERRED : • Coursework in machine learning, data mining, or statistical modeling. • Portfolio of data-related projects, such as GitHub, Kaggle, or similar platforms. • Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent data visualization tools. • Exposure to manufacturing, operations, or engineering data is a plus but not required. SKILLS • Hands-on experience with Python and/or SQL programming. • Data visualization and dashboard development skills. • Analytical curiosity and the ability to ask questions and explore data independently. • Good communication skills, with the ability to explain data insights clearly and effectively. • Collaborative, proactive, and willing-to-learn mindset. • Strong written and verbal English communication skills. TARGET ONBOARDING DATES Candidates should be available to start their internship on one of the following target dates: • November 16, 2026 • January 11/12, 2027 • April 1, 2027 • May 24/25,2027 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. Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condit