Data Center Program Associate

Hanwha Data Centers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Hanwha Data Centers offers a Data Center Development Intern role in Houston, providing broad exposure to hyperscale data center development from site identification through development. You will support process improvements, coordinate projects, and learn the end-to-end workflow in a fast-paced energy and real estate environment.

The internship emphasizes cross-functional teamwork with Real Estate, Energy, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Development, and Strategy, and exposes you to negotiations

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Project Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with project management tools is a plus.
• Proven ability to handle ambiguity, multiple workstreams, and competing priorities.
• Interest in data centers, energy infrastructure, commercial real estate, or large-scale development projects.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives enabling company growth, spanning new market entry and development processes.
• Assist in tracking project schedules, milestones, risks, budgets, and deliverables across multiple active projects.
• Prepare presentations, reports, meeting materials, and executive summaries for internal stakeholders.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with Real Estate, Energy, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Development, and Strategy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business/Engineering/Construction Management/Real Estate/Finance/Economics/Project Management

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

PM tools

Job description

Company Overview

Hanwha Energy USA, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is part of the Hanwha Group—a FORTUNE Global 300 company and one of South Korea’s most respected business enterprises. With over a decade of experience delivering high-quality, utility-scale energy projects across North America, Hanwha Energy USA has evolved into a comprehensive energy solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans utility-scale renewables, natural gas generation, retail electricity, and strategic partnerships that power America’s growing data center industry.

Company Overview

Hanwha Energy USA, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is part of the Hanwha Group—a FORTUNE Global 300 company and one of South Korea’s most respected business enterprises. With over a decade of experience delivering high-quality, utility-scale energy projects across North America, Hanwha Energy USA has evolved into a comprehensive energy solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans utility-scale renewables, natural gas generation, retail electricity, and strategic partnerships that power America’s growing data center industry. Our expertise covers the entire energy value chain—from project development and engineering to construction, operations, and maintenance with a every solution built for the high-density power demands of data center campuses. By integrating advanced technologies, proven processes, and strong partnerships, we deliver reliable, customized solutions that meet reliable, customized energy solutions engineered for dynamic demands of always-on environments.

Position Overview

The Data Center Development Intern will gain broad exposure to all aspects of hyperscale data center development while primarily supporting team efficiency through process improvement, operational efficiency initiatives, and the implementation of new tools and workflows. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside cross-functional teams involved in real estate, energy, project delivery, strategy, commercial development, and site execution. The intern will contribute to high-impact initiatives, assist with project coordination, and gain firsthand experience in how large-scale data center projects progress from site identification through development. This internship is designed for someone who is curious, highly organized, eager to learn, and excited to take on new challenges in a fast-paced, evolving industry. Responsibilities may vary based on business needs, providing exposure to a wide range of development activities. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management. All duties will be assigned in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives that enable company growth, spanning new market entry, data center development processes, and operational improvements
• Assist in tracking project schedules, milestones, risks, budgets, and deliverables across multiple active projects.
• Prepare presentations, reports, meeting materials, and executive summaries for internal stakeholders.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with teams including Real Estate, Energy, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Development, and Strategy.
• Assist with organizing project documentation, maintaining trackers, and improving internal processes.
• Help identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting, and project management processes.
• Gain exposure to negotiations, commercial discussions, land development activities, and strategic decision-making.
• Perform additional project-related responsibilities and special assignments as requested by management.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Project Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with project management tools is a plus.
• Proven track record of effectively handling ambiguity, multiple workstreams, and competing priorities
• Interest in data centers, energy infrastructure, commercial real estate, or large-scale development projects.
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and adapting to changing priorities.
• Ability to travel as needed to meet with clients and stakeholders (up to 25% of the time)

COMPENSATION:

$110,000 - $120,000 salary

Hanwha Data Centers provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.