Data Center Development Program Intern

Who are we?

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

Data centers are mission‑critical environments. Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do, maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. This internship program is designed to build foundational skills, safety discipline, and technical curiosity for a long‑term career in data center operations and facilities engineering.

Location: Chicago

Duration: 12 Weeks September-November

What You’ll Learn & Experience

• You will learn practical skills for different career paths in data centers. This includes electrical, mechanical, fiber optic, HVAC (heating/cooling), fire systems, building systems, and some customer-facing activities
• You will learn how to use tools that will improve your technical knowledge
• You will contribute to service delivery through fast and detailed execution of requests/ orders
• You will develop a natural interest in how facilities/infrastructure work

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Facility Technicians and Engineers with daily data center operations and maintenance activities
• Support routine preventative maintenance checks and basic repairs on non‑critical facility components under supervision
• Monitor the Building Monitoring System (BMS) and assist in responding to basic alarms following standard operating procedures
• Assist with customer installs and de‑installs, including basic rack‑and‑stack activities, cabling support, and customer asset handling
• Respond to and update service requests and trouble tickets following standard operating procedures

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or relevant technical/ vocational education
• Interest in or exposure to HVAC, mechanical, electrical systems or maintenance
• Willingness to work on-site in data center environment
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and willingness to learn
• Customer‑focused mindset and strong teamwork skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks such as climbing, stooping, and manual handling (with or without accommodation)

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