Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Internship 2027

Amazon Inc.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services Ireland Limited is seeking a Field Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience supporting AWS infrastructure in our data centers in Ireland. You will learn from tenured Field Engineers, troubleshoot complex systems, and contribute to data center optimization projects to improve availability and efficiency.

You will engage with cross-disciplinary teams, perform root cause analyses, and participate in concurrent projects from design through handover, gaining broad exposure

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in BE/BSc in Electrical/Mechanical/Design Engineering or Building Services graduating 2027.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities with a data-driven mindset.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with high-quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, perform RCA, and document corrective actions for site/equipment failures.
• Support operational issues with ad-hoc training and SOP reviews.
• Own the conceptual design for data center upgrades to improve capacity and efficiency.
• Interface with data center design engineering, server hardware, EHS teams to maintain standards.
• Work on concurrent projects and assist new construction design and handover.
• Learn internal systems and operational processes across electrical, mechanical, and environmental domains.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Data-driven approaches

Education

BE/BSc in Electrical/Mechanical/Design Engineering or Building Services graduating 2027

Job description

Job ID: 10571575 | Amazon Data Services Ireland Limited

Join our Field Engineering team and gain hands-on experience supporting the technical infrastructure that powers Amazon Web Services. You'll work alongside experienced engineers to troubleshoot complex systems, contribute to data center optimization projects, and develop expertise in hyper-scale facility operations while learning how cutting-edge technologies keep our data centers running efficiently.

As an intern you will work with leading-edge technologies and equipment and learn how hyper-scale data centers are able to operate efficiently and with minimal downtime. You will work with tenured Field Engineers (FEs), allowing you to learn and experience the day-to-day activities in a fast-paced and high-tech industry. You will support with deep dives into operational events and may also be given your own projects to run, exposing you to internal systems and operational processes.

Key job responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and create Corrective Action (CA) documentation for site/equipment failures.
• Directly support operational issues with ad-hoc training, complex operating procedure reviews, including critical equipment, and event support.
• Own the conceptual design for existing data center upgrades and design-solutions, which add capacity, improve availability, and increase efficiency.
• Interface with internal data center design engineering team, server hardware team, environmental health and safety team to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in services delivered.
• Work on concurrent projects.
• Support new construction projects during design, build, commissioning, and handover.

A day in the life

As a Field Engineering Intern, you'll immerse yourself in the dynamic environment of Amazon data centers, where you'll collaborate with seasoned Field Engineers on real operational challenges. Your day might include investigating equipment failures and documenting root cause analyses, reviewing complex operating procedures with operations teams, or supporting the design and implementation of data center upgrades that enhance capacity and efficiency. You'll participate in concurrent projects ranging from new construction commissioning to facility optimization initiatives, gaining exposure to internal systems and operational processes. Working across multiple technical domains from electrical and mechanical systems to environmental considerations you’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of how we maintain reliability and performance at scale.

About the team

We are the Field Engineering team, serving as the technical backbone for AWS Data Center Operations across multiple regions. Our mission is to provide electrical and mechanical expertise throughout the complete lifecycle of our data centers from initial design through ongoing optimization and maintenance. We collaborate closely with design engineering, server hardware, environmental health and safety, and other partner teams to establish standards that ensure consistency and reliability in the services we deliver. Our team is energized by solving complex technical challenges and supporting our colleagues with the specialized knowledge needed to keep our infrastructure operating at peak performance. Joining us means becoming part of a group committed to continuous improvement and technical excellence.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a BE/BSc in Electrical / Mechanical/ Design Engineering/ Building Services or similar technical focus graduating in 2027

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with problem-solving methodologies and analytical approaches to technical challenges
• Demonstrated ability to manage attention to detail and work with data-driven processes
• Experience building collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders and teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to maintaining high quality standards in documentation and reporting

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