About the role#
This summer internship offers hands-on experience within the data center industry. You will work on a live construction site, gaining exposure to various build stages and project teams. The program includes a comprehensive orientation, weekly lunch and learns, and site-based activities.
What you'll do#
- Perform site walks to assist with estimating, safety, and project life-cycle tasks.
- Participate in regular quality assurance and quality control meetings.
- Track the status of requests for information and coordinate with vendors.
- Support the development team with core projects and construction process oversight.
- Monitor project budgets and review schedules, change orders, and submittals.
- Update project status reports for director-level reviews and assist with permitting needs.
What you'll need#
- Active pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel for data analysis and PowerPoint for presentations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be a US Citizen.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- The role is based on-site in Fayetteville, Georgia, and Atlanta, Georgia.
About QTS Data Centers
QTS Data Centers designs, builds, and operates digital infrastructure. The company focuses on hyperscale and hybrid colocation services. It serves large organizations across the United States and Europe. Founded in 2005, the firm maintains over 75 data centers. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and is based in Sterling, Virginia.
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