Database Administrator CoOp/Intern

Sanmina; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation, a global leader in integrated manufacturing solutions, is hiring a Junior DBA Intern / Associate in Huntsville. The role offers hands-on training under senior Oracle Architects and DBAs to support enterprise applications and database environments.

No prior DBA experience required; comprehensive training will cover database maintenance, SOX compliance, and access controls. This internship is designed for freshers or early-career professionals seeking entry into the database

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical discipline.
• Availability: Ability to work standard US (PST/CST) business hours with occasional flexibility for planned system maintenance windows.
• Compliance & Legal Status: US Citizenship / U.S. Person status required to comply with U.S. export control regulations.

Responsibilities

• Learning & Development: Participate in structured technical training covering Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS), database architectures, and integration systems.
• Monitoring & Health Checks: Assist in daily system monitoring, verify database integrity, review error logs, and ensure backups complete.
• Access Control & Auditing: Help manage user access provisions, role assignments, and password policies per security standards.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain runbooks and compile system logs for quarterly SOX compliance audits.
• Basic Troubleshooting: Learn to identify and elevate database performance or connectivity issues under supervision.

Skills

SQL basics

Linux basics

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT

Pursuing final year (currently student)

Tools

Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS)

Job description

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them. At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field. Our heritage dates to 1961, as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments – Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services. It’s SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve.

Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Junior DBA Intern / Associate to join our Enterprise Database Infrastructure team. This position is a unique opportunity for a fresher or entry-level professional looking to jumpstart their career in database administration. The successful candidate will work directly under the guidance of our Senior Oracle Applications Architects and DBAs to support our critical enterprise Applications and database environments. No prior professional DBA experience is necessary, as we will provide comprehensive, hands‑on training covering enterprise database management, maintenance procedures, and compliance protocols.

What You'll Do

• Learning & Development: Participate actively in structured technical training covering Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS), database architectures, and auxiliary systems.
• Monitoring & Health Checks: Assist in daily system monitoring, verifying database integrity, reviewing error logs, and ensuring routine backup jobs complete successfully.
• Access Control & Auditing: Help manage user access provisions, role assignments, and password policies in strict accordance with corporate security standards.
• Documentation & Compliance: Assist in maintaining operational runbooks and compiling system logs/evidence for quarterly SOX compliance audits.
• Basic Troubleshooting: Learn to identify, document, and elevate database performance or connectivity issues under the supervision of senior team members.

What You'll Bring

• Education: Bachelor's degree (or currently pursuing final year) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Availability: Ability to work standard US (PST/CST) business hours with occasional flexibility for planned system maintenance windows.
• Compliance & Legal Status: US Citizenship / U.S. Person status is required to comply with U.S. export control regulations.

How To Stand Out

• Foundational conceptual knowledge of relational databases (SQL, schemas, tables, and indexing)
• Familiarity with basic Linux/Unix command-line operations
• Strong analytical mindset with a passion for troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A high degree of integrity and accountability when handling sensitive enterprise data environments

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C.

• 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.