Data Centre Infrastructure Intern

The Opportunity Hub UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£24,000-£30,000 salary equivalent

Job summary

The Opportunity Hub UK in London is looking for a Data Centre Infrastructure intern to join a focused, hands-on three-month internship, supporting a senior technology leader on live deployment tasks.

You’ll gain practical exposure to core data centre infrastructure, compute deployment and cross-functional hardware, software and networking activities, with the potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree, ideally in Network Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
• A genuine interest in physical infrastructure, data centres, networking and compute systems.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to complete work thoroughly without shortcuts.
• Clear communication skills, reliability and ability to work closely with an experienced technical leader.
• A practical, hands-on approach to solving problems across software, hardware and infrastructure.
• Motivation to work in a fast-paced environment and take responsibility for completing tasks under direction.

Responsibilities

• Support the deployment and commissioning of core data centre and compute infrastructure.
• Work directly with a senior technology leader to complete technical tasks and resolve operational problems.
• Assist with troubleshooting across hardware, software, networking and physical infrastructure.
• Follow technical instructions carefully while developing your own judgement and problem-solving approach.
• Help bring compute capacity online and ensure deployment tasks are completed accurately and to a high standard.
• Communicate progress, issues and technical findings clearly throughout the deployment project.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Hands-on problem solving

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Network Engineering

Job description

Launch your infrastructure career through a hands on 3 month opportunity supporting a senior technology leader on a live data centre deployment project.

This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to gain direct, practical experience in physical infrastructure, data centre systems and compute deployment.Based in London, the role offers a three-month internship with a view to becoming a permanent position for the right candidate.

Company Overview

This London-based technology startup is working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, data and physical computing infrastructure.The business is building technology designed to address complex challenges within the rapidly developing AI sector, providing an environment where graduates can gain exposure to both technical problem-solving and real-world infrastructure deployment.

Job Overview

As a Data Centre Infrastructure intern, you will work closely with a highly experienced technology leader with more than 25 years of industry experience.Your focus will be supporting the deployment of core data centre infrastructure and helping bring compute capacity online.

This is a practical support role suited to someone who enjoys solving problems, learning quickly and taking ownership of tasks.You will work directly under the guidance of the senior technology leader, responding to priorities and contributing across hardware, software and data centre systems.

Here’s what you'll be doing:

• Support the deployment and commissioning of core data centre and compute infrastructure.
• Work directly with a senior technology leader to complete technical tasks and resolve operational problems.
• Assist with troubleshooting across hardware, software, networking and physical infrastructure.
• Follow technical instructions carefully while developing your own judgement and problem-solving approach.
• Help bring compute capacity online and ensure deployment tasks are completed accurately and to a high standard.
• Communicate progress, issues and technical findings clearly throughout the deployment project.

Here are the skills you'll need:

• A relevant degree, ideally in Network Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
• A genuine interest in physical infrastructure, data centres, networking and compute systems.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to complete work thoroughly without taking shortcuts.
• Clear communication skills, reliability and the ability to work closely with an experienced technical leader.
• A practical, hands-on approach to solving problems across software, hardware and infrastructure.
• The motivation to work in a fast-paced environment and take responsibility for completing tasks under direction.

Key perks and benefits:

• £24,000-£30,000 salary equivalent, Depending on prior experience.
• Three-month internship with a potential pathway to a permanent position.
• Direct exposure to a senior technology leader with extensive industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with live data centre and compute infrastructure deployment.
• Opportunity to develop practical technical, troubleshooting and problem solving skills.

Work Permissions

You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Application Process

The hiring process is designed to move quickly and will involve a two-stage interview process, including an in-person interview in London.Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their technical understanding, communication skills and enthusiasm for working hands-on with physical infrastructure.

Why Build Your Career in Data Centre Infrastructure?

Data centre infrastructure provides graduates with a strong foundation across networking, hardware, compute and systems operations.As demand for computing capacity continues to grow alongside AI and other technology applications, practical infrastructure skills can provide opportunities to progress into specialist engineering, infrastructure operations and technical leadership careers.

The Opportunity Hub UK connects ambitious graduates and professionals with opportunities across technology, infrastructure and emerging industries.