Data Center Operations Intern
Serverfarm
1 day ago
Internship
On-site
Amsterdam, 07
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Serverfarm is offering an onsite Data Center Operations Internship in Amsterdam. As part of the program you'll shadow seasoned Data Center Technicians, support inventory management, logistics coordination, and facility maintenance, and gain a 360-degree view of data center operations as the company scales rapidly toward growth. Deliverables include a comprehensive report on daily technician functions, process flow documentation for inventory and vendor coordination, and a final presentation with improvement recommendations. To apply, highlight enrollment in a 2- or 4-year technical program, ability to lift 20 pounds, meticulous documentation and communication skills, readiness to learn safety protocols, and a willingness to work onsite and collaborate cross-functionally.
Serverfarm is a leading developer and operator of data centers with over 750+ locations and key customer relationships in 45 countries. We're revolutionizing how data centers operate across North America, Western Europe, and Israel, serving the world's leading technology and hyperscale companies. With Manulife Investment Management's acquisition in 2023 and our award-winning InCommand platform we're positioned for explosive growth as AI adoption and cloud migration drive unprecedented demand for data center capacity.
A career at Serverfarm means being at the forefront of digital infrastructure innovation, where your work directly impacts how the world's data is managed and secured. As we target 4x growth over the next four years, you'll have unprecedented opportunities to take on new challenges, develop cutting-edge skills, and grow your career across our expanding global operations.
Join our team of innovators and help shape the future of sustainable data centers while building a career without boundaries.
Join our Data Center Operations team as an onsite intern reporting directly to the Data Center Manager In this hands-on role, you'll gain comprehensive exposure to data center operations while supporting our inventory management system, logistics coordination, and facility maintenance processes. You'll have unique opportunities to shadow seasoned Data Center Technicians, learning how critical facility environment's function while contributing to meaningful operational improvements.
Key Accountabilities
- Comprehensive report detailing the day-to-day responsibilities and functions of data center technicians in a critical facility environment
- Process flow documentation for inventory management and vendor coordination
- Presentation for end-of-program showcase highlighting key learnings and improvement recommendations
- Gain a comprehensive 360° view of data center operations through structured shadowing, observation, and documentation, culminating in actionable insights for operational improvements.
- Technical knowledge of data center infrastructure and components
- Inventory management and logistics coordination
- Documentation and process improvement methodologies
- Safety protocols in critical facility environments
- Professional communication and presentation skills
- Understanding of operational workflows and dependencies
- Quality and comprehensiveness of final report and documentation
- Accuracy and efficiency of inventory management activities
- Successful implementation of InCommand tracking procedures
- Professional growth demonstrated through technical knowledge acquisition
- Quality of insights and recommendations in final presentation
Key Deliverables
Skills Development
Success Measurement
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year technical/degree program
- Ability to lift and move up to 20 pounds
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Basic understanding of inventory management concepts
- Excellent documentation and communication skills
- Willingness to learn technical systems and processes
- Ability to work independently while following safety protocols
- Commitment to working onsite at our data center facility
The listed salary range for this position is an estimate based on the competitive job market. Final compensation will be based on your own individual skills, experience, and location.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this role. They are not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all possible responsibilities and duties. We encourage you to apply even if your experience isn't an exact match to the job description.