Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking Data Center Engineering Operations (DCEO) intern technicians between January 2026-June 2026. Interns will participate in our 6-month work and training internship at our Northern Virginia facilities.
Physical Requirements:
Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 41+ pounds
Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with an ability to participate in primary responder rotation and provide after-hours support as needed
Working in cramped and/or elevated and/or noisy environments
Bending, lifting, stretching, reaching, standing and walking for up to 8+ hours a day
Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation
Schedule:
Full-time (40 hours/week), Monday-Friday day shift
6-month program duration (January-June 2026)
Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments
Successful completion may lead to full-time employment
This position requires on-site presence at one of our Northern Virginia Data Center Locations
You will be required to work shift work that may include days/nights/weekends/holidays. Traveling within the regional work area is required. You will be responsible for having a reliable personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license to travel within the regional work area, as company transportation will not be provided.
Professional Development:
Dedicated mentorship program
Structured skill development pathway
Cross-functional training opportunities
Potential pathway to full-time employment
Key job responsibilities
Assist in maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment across data center infrastructure
Support root cause analysis for equipment performance and potential failures
Participate in troubleshooting facility and rack-level operational events
Record and analyze daily operational readings and metrics
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure engineering initiatives
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with computers and Microsoft Office products (including Outlook, Word, and Excel)
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Currently enrolled in a Data Center Operations Certificate/Associate Degree program at Northern Virginia Community College with an expected graduation date of Summer 2026
- Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system
- STEM classes or vocational course curriculum education
- Classes or experience with electrical or mechanical fundamentals including HVAC, electrical, etc.
- Meets/exceeds Amazon’s leadership principles requirements for this role
- Meets exceeds Amazon’s functional/technical depth and complexity
