2027 Summer Intern Data Center Engineer Electrical

Spectrum; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum internship program in the United States offers a paid, full‑time 11‑week summer opportunity for Electrical Engineering students. The internship runs May 26 through August 6, 2027 and requires a 3.0 GPA or higher and enrollment in an accredited college or university. As a rising senior, you must be authorized to work in the U.S.

without sponsorship. The experience combines department projects with mentor guidance, professional development sessions, networking opportunities, and final

Qualifications

• Rising senior pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree.
• Minimum current GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Data Center engineering tasks including installation, operations and maintenance of vertical equipment at the Kennewick Regional Data Center.
• Assist with critical infrastructure planning and operations.
• Power planning, HVAC planning, data center architecture and cable management.

Skills

Rising senior

GPA 3.0+

Electrical Engineering student

Authorized to work in US without visa

Education

Electrical Engineering degree in progress

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

At a Glance

• You’re a motivated student with a current 3.0 GPA or higher currently pursuing a degree in one of the following areas from an accredited college or university:
  • Electrical Engineering
• This is a paid, full-time, 11-week internship designed to give you real-world experience and meaningful exposure to the telecommunications industry in your chosen field.
• Internship program runs from May 26 through August 6, 2027.
• In addition to role‑specific projects, you’ll take part in professional development sessions, networking opportunities, mentorship and experiences that help you grow personally and professionally.

The Spectrum Internship Experience

As part of America’s Connectivity Company, you’ll join a team that serves millions of customers and communities nationwide, while gaining valuable insight into the work that powers connection every day.

Throughout the summer, you’ll contribute to meaningful work, strengthen your skills and have opportunities to:

• Grow your skills in a dynamic, innovative business environment.
• Build connections with team members and senior leaders who can help you better understand our business and what it’s like to work here.
• Learn from a mentor, who can provide guidance, support and career advice.

What you can expect in this role

As a Spectrum intern, you’ll spend the summer working alongside two teams: your respective department and your intern cohort.

Department and team-focused projects account for about 80% of your schedule. You’ll spend the other 20% on internship experiences that include a kickoff conference, professional development sessions and networking activities, webinars, community service, cross‑functional projects and final presentations.

This experience is designed to help you explore your interests, expand your network and leave with a deeper understanding of both your field and the impact of our business.

Internship responsibilities may include:

• The Data Center Engineer will be responsible for managing the installation, operations, and maintenance of vertical equipment supporting our flagship platforms. Additionally, the intern will assist with critical infrastructure planning and operations. The intern will greatly assist in the day‑to‑day operations of the Kennewick Regional Data Center.
• Power planning, HVAC planning, Data Center architecture and resource allocation, Layer 1 cable installation / management

Required qualifications

• Must be a rising senior with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited College or University completing a bachelor’s degree
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA or greater in current program
• Ability to travel locally to Spectrum intern development events and activities throughout the program
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Data center critical infrastructure skills -- Power, HVAC, Cable planning, project management

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