Data Center Technician Intern: Hands-On Hardware & Linux

Meta; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta’s FORCE team offers a Data Center Technician Intern role for a 12‑week Summer 2027 program (June 7 – August 27, 2027). You will work hands‑on in a live data center, learning to support the health and reliability of Meta's server fleet under mentorship.

You’ll gain practical experience with Linux, server hardware, and networking fundamentals, while contributing to documentation for global teams in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a full‑time, degree‑seeking program in a technology‑related field with intent to complete the degree.
• Intent to return to degree program after completion of the internship.
• Experience with Linux fundamentals including basic command line navigation.
• Foundational understanding of computer hardware and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures under supervision with tasks reviewed by a Manager or Team Lead.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move at least 50 pounds and stand for extended periods in a data center environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the health of Meta's server fleet by following tickets and documented procedures.
• Perform hardware replacements, reseats and swaps, and repairs per MOPs.
• Conduct routine physical inspections of server and network hardware in data halls.
• Carry out physical cabling tasks including fiber and copper connections and swaps.
• Assist with ticket resolution and initial triage on hardware and Linux OS issues under guidance.
• Assist with data center projects including capacity upgrades and retrofits.
• Maintain accurate records and help improve documentation for the global data center knowledge base.
• Operate hand and power tools safely to support installation and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Linux fundamentals

Command line navigation

Hardware troubleshooting

Effective communication

Follow detailed procedures

Physical stamina

Education

In process of obtaining degree in tech field

Tools

Ticketing system

MOPs procedures

Job description

Meta’s FORCE team offers a Data Center Technician Intern role for a 12‑week Summer 2027 program (June 7 – August 27, 2027). You will work hands‑on in a live data center, learning to support the health and reliability of Meta's server fleet under mentorship.

You’ll gain practical experience with Linux, server hardware, and networking fundamentals, while contributing to documentation for global teams in a fast‑paced environment.