EIC Intern - Data Centre Operations (Singapore)

Cushman & Wakefield; Singapore; On-site; SGD 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield's EIC Intern - Data Centre Operations (Singapore) offers hands-on exposure to critical data centre operations, client transitions, and operational readiness across APAC. You'll work with experienced professionals to support onboarding, develop procedures, and assist with asset management.

Gain practical experience in asset management, documentation, and stakeholder coordination within a leading global real estate services firm, with opportunities for growth and learning in a

Qualifications

• Pursuing diploma/degree in engineering or related field.
• Strong organisational skills and multitasking.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination.
• Attention to detail and accuracy with documentation.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Interest in data centre operations and facilities management.
• Able to work in fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate client onboarding and account transition across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
• Track project milestones and readiness requirements for smooth transitions.
• Collaborate with regional teams and stakeholders on readiness programmes.
• Develop, review, and maintain site SOPs and operating procedures.
• Document critical operational processes including safety, UPS, and LOTO.
• Validate assets in CMMS and update asset records.
• Prepare status updates, reports, and presentations.
• Provide general admin and project support to Data Centre Operations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Initiative & accountability

Education

Engineering diploma/degree (mechanical, civil or Electrical)

Job description

Job Title

EIC Intern - Data Centre Operations (Singapore)

Job Description Summary

Job Description

About the role:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Data Centre Operations Intern to join our Data Centre team based in Singapore. This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to critical data centre operations, client transition projects, and operational readiness activities across the APAC region, including Thailand and Indonesia.

Working alongside experienced operations and facilities professionals, you will support client onboarding programmes, contribute to the development of operational procedures, and assist with asset management initiatives. This role provides valuable insight into the management of mission-critical environments and regional project coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

Account Transition & Operational Readiness

• Support the coordination of client onboarding and account transition activities across data centre sites in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
• Assist in tracking project milestones, deliverables, and readiness requirements to ensure a smooth operational transition for new clients.
• Collaborate with regional teams and key stakeholders to support operational readiness programmes.

Operational Procedures & Documentation

• Assist in the development, review, and maintenance of site operating procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Support the documentation of critical operational processes, including safety protocols, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) maintenance procedures, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
• Help ensure operational documentation is accurate, current, and aligned with site and client requirements.

Asset Management & Systems Support

• Support asset validation activities within the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Assist with data verification and asset record updates to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Help maintain operational records, reports, and system documentation.

Stakeholder Coordination & Administrative Support

• Coordinate meetings, gather information from stakeholders, and track action items related to transition and operational projects.
• Prepare status updates, reports, and presentations to support project activities.
• Provide general administrative and project support as required by the Data Centre Operations team.

About You:

• Currently pursuing a diploma or degree in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy when working with documentation and systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a willingness to learn.
• Interested in data centre operations, critical engineering / facilities management
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.

We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

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