Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. 

A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. 

About the department and the role:

• The Global Risk & Security team is responsible for the company's Risk Management, Business Continuity, and Corporate Security functions. The selected intern will work primarily with the Risk Management team that is responsible for the company's global property and casualty insurance programs

• The intern will gain exposure to the underwriting information required to support global insurance programs and global risk issues that are threats to the company's security and business continuity.

About the program

This is a paid summer intership with a range of $20-$25/hr. During your Summer Internship with us, you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. If you’re a forward-thinking, hard-working college student who loves to learn and wants to make a positive impact on the world while growing your career, join us and help shape the digital world.

Why Join Equinix?

We pride ourselves on our Global Program being an immersive and impactful experience designed to kick start your corporate career and set you up for future success.

• Work on real business challenges: You will be assigned with a project and work directly with teams to gain real-work experience, contribute to the business, and impact the digital world

• Be supported throughout your journey: You will be mentored and coached by numerous colleagues, including your managers, subject experts, peers, and mentors

• Participate in a curated program of workshops and events: Learn from our leaders through our Executive Speaker Series, continue to grow through our workshops and build meaningful worldwide connections through our networking events

• Gain global recognition: We celebrate your time with Equinix and the work you have completed through our Global Ideas Competition “Shark Tank.” This competition provides you with the recognition you deserve and lets you share your work with the global community of Equinix.

Summer Project:

• Enhance the Risk Management Information System (RMIS) with data quality, reporting and dashboard analytics

• Assist with global insurance program renewals, including pre and post renewal tasks

• Update and enhance the Risk Management, Corporate Security and Business Continuity intranet sites

• Analyze data files and provide insights and improvement recommendations for sharing information with various stakeholders. Review various data sources to be used for insurance renewals and provide quantitative comparisons of exposure information

• Research global risk issues as needed and present findings through documentation, presentations, etc. Provide testing of various documentation and reporting processes

• Take on ad-hoc projects as requested

• Opportunity to network and collaborate with other interns

• Take part of our summer program with executive speaker series, networking events, shark tank project presentations and much more! 

Who You Are (Requirements and Qualifications):

• Prior risk management or insurance brokerage internship experience is a plus

• Experience working with smartsheets, power BI, or other data tools

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university/college and/or expected to graduate in May 2025

• Available to work full-time for the entire duration of the Summer Internship Program

• Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively and effectively in a fast-paced environment  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, business proficiency in English 

• Ability to create accurate and punctual reports, deliver presentations, and share information and ideas with others 

• Analytically driven and detail-oriented, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Package and aptitude to learn new internal tools

How to Apply

Please submit your application by providing the following.

• Up to date resume that includes your availability (start and end date) and expected graduation

• Please apply to this job posting only if you are available full time for an internship during the stated period

What’s next

The Equinix New to Career team will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and will reach out to applicants accordingly. We appreciate your patience while we consider your application. 

• Learn more about the program and what former interns have to say about their experience - https://careers.equinix.com/students-recent-grads

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