Datacenter Technician (DCT) Intern

July 7, 2025
$28 / hour

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Job Description

About the Company:

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Job Description:

This is an internship position for a Datacenter Technician (DCT) within Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) group. As a DCT Intern, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and supporting the infrastructure powering Microsoft’s cloud services, including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Azure platform.

Responsibilities:

• Support deployment of on-site datacenter physical infrastructure.
• Install, replace, and troubleshoot cables and hardware.
• Handle data bearing devices (ex. Hard drives, solid state drives, etc.).
• Work within a ticket-based environment.
• Move equipment using pallet jacks or other assisted lifting equipment.

Qualifications:

Required:
• High School Diploma, or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware and components.
• Past or current Microsoft Data Center Academy Student.
• Currently pursuing or have completed a certificate or degree in Information Technology, Information and Communication Technology, or a closely related field.
Preferred:
• Applicable certifications: CompTIA (A+, Server+, Network+), Basic Structure Cabling (BSC).
• Ability to support frequent standing, walking, lifting, and working at heights with or without equipment assistance.
• Able to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficient in written and oral English communication to support regional and global teams.
• Desire to learn, grow, and develop new technical skills.
• Flexibility to work non-standard business hours that may include weekends and/or holidays.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements, including the Microsoft Cloud Background Check (required upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter).

Compensation:

• The base pay range for this internship is USD $22.02 – $28.46 per hour.
• For specific work locations within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range is USD $26.20 – $29.71 per hour.
• Benefits and other compensation information can be found at the provided link.

Microsoft accepts applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis throughout the academic calendar (September – April)