Datacenter Technician (DCT) Intern
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About the Companies
This job posting is promoted by Lensa, a career site specializing in helping job seekers find jobs in the US. Lensa is not a staffing firm or agency and does not hire directly for the advertised positions. Instead, it promotes jobs on LinkedIn on behalf of its direct clients, recruitment ad agencies, and marketing partners. For this specific role, Lensa partners with DirectEmployers to promote the job for Microsoft Corporation.
Microsoft Corporation is the direct employer and the company offering this internship. The role is within Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) group, which is described as the “engine that powers our cloud services.” CO+I is responsible for delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft’s extensive online services, including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. Microsoft emphasizes its commitment to cultivating an inclusive work environment and values personal and professional development for its employees, offering training, growth opportunities, career rotation programs, diversity & inclusion events, and professional certifications. Microsoft’s global infrastructure is vast, comprising over 100 datacenters and 1 million servers, supporting over 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in more than 90 countries worldwide. The company prioritizes environmental sustainability and optimization in its datacenter design and operations.
About the Job: Datacenter Technician (DCT) Intern
This is an internship position for a Datacenter Technician (DCT) within Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) group. The intern will play a crucial role in supporting the physical infrastructure of Microsoft’s datacenters.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deployment Support: Assist in the deployment of physical infrastructure within the datacenter.
• Installation & Troubleshooting: Install, replace, and troubleshoot cables and various hardware components.
• Device Handling: Safely handle data-bearing devices such, as hard drives and solid-state drives.
• Ticket-Based Environment: Work effectively within a system that uses tickets to manage tasks and issues.
• Equipment Movement: Utilize pallet jacks or other assisted lifting equipment to move heavy equipment.
• Cultural Alignment: Embody Microsoft’s company culture and values.
Required Qualifications:
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of computer hardware and components.
• Program Participation: Past or current enrollment as a student in the Microsoft Data Center Academy.
• Academic Pursuit: Currently pursuing or have completed a certificate or degree in Information Technology, Information and Communication Technology, or a closely related field.
Other Requirements (Security Screening):
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements.
• Must pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Certifications: Applicable industry certifications such as CompTIA (A+, Server+, Network+) or Basic Structure Cabling (BSC).
• Physical Ability: Ability to frequently stand, walk, lift, and work at heights, with or without equipment assistance.
• Communication Skills: Able to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Language Proficiency: Proficient in both written and oral English communication to support regional and global teams.
• Learning Orientation: A desire to learn, grow, and develop new technical skills.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work non-standard business hours, which may include weekends and/or holidays.
Compensation and Benefits:
• 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.
• Certain roles may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation, with more information available on Microsoft’s careers website (https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-intern-pay).
Application Process:
• Microsoft accepts applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis throughout the academic calendar (September – April).
• Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal consideration for employment without regard to various protected characteristics (e.g., age, race, gender, disability, etc.).
• Assistance or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process can be requested (details available at https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html).
• For questions about the posting, contact support@lensa.com.
