Data Center Technicians INTERN

Microsoft•Phoenix, AZ

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is seeking a Data Center Technician (DCT) INTERN to help power its cloud services, including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. The role involves delivering core infrastructure and foundational technologies. CO+I is committed to an inclusive work environment and focuses on employee development through trainings, growth opportunities, Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion events, and professional certifications. The infrastructure includes over 100 datacenters and 1 million servers, supporting over 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses globally. The team prioritizes environmental sustainability and optimization in datacenter design and operations, continually growing to meet business demands as a world-class cloud provider.

Requirements

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.
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Nice To Haves

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.

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.
As required, assist the Datacenter Inventory and Asset Management Team (DIAT) with shipping/receiving and inventory management to address high work volumes.
Embody our culture and values.