Summer 2027 Internship: Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM)

QTS Realty Trust; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching contributions

Paid time off (PTO)

Volunteer days

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental Leave

Wellness program

Job summary

QTS Data Centers offers a summer internship program designed to immerse you in the fast-paced data center industry, with weekly lunches, orientation, and site activities. Interns work on real objectives across the full lifecycle of a data center build and company operations.

The Technology Intern role includes relationship-building, IT tool facilitation, and project-tracking duties, using languages like Python, Java, C++, and Golang. Strong academics and US citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint for presentations and Excel for data analysis and budgeting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• On the PLC software design side, collaborate with a team working on automation solution based tools used across the organization.
• As a Project Analyst, report to a PM, track deliverables, organize data, and conduct research on topics as needed.

Skills

Office Suite (PowerPoint & Excel)

Verbal & written communication

Critical thinking

US Citizen

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/Data Science/related

Tools

Python

Java

C++

Golang

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

QTS' summer internship program will provide you first hand experience into the fast paced world of the data center industry by providing weekly lunch and learns, a comprehensive orientation program, and site based activities, socials and volunteering events. Every intern will be assigned initiatives tied to real QTS objectives helping with anything pertaining to the whole life-cycle of a data center build and/or company operations.

The DCIM Software Engineering intern has two potential scopes of responsibility. On the PLC software design side, the individual will gain valuable exposure to collaborating with a team working on automation solution based tools to be leveraged across the organization. For those more interested in the Project Management side, you'd act as a Project Analyst, reporting to a PM, tracking deliverables, organizing data, and performing research around topics as necessary.

Technology Intern:

• Build relationships with key stakeholders across the organization
• Facilitate changes and IT based tools and access for staff at all levels
• Leverage project management tools to properly track ongoing deliverables across projects
• Maintain updated budgets, schedules, and status reports for assigned projects.
• Use programming languages like: Python, JAVA, C++, Golang
• Leverage controls engineering methodologies and tools

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint for presentations and Excel for data analysis and budgeting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be a US Citizen

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MUST HAVE prior PLC exposure/experience in a classroom or internship setting.
• Previous internship or co-op experience in construction, finance, technology, HR, facilities engineering, or related industries.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Experience with programming languages like Python, Java, etc.
• Involvement in community activities outside of schoolwork (athletics, clubs, volunteering, part-time employment).
• Current full-time enrollment in one of QTS's partner institutions (listed below) or a Blackstone Launchpad affiliate school: Auburn University Kansas State University Georgia State University Southern Adventist University Texas A&M University University of Kansas.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

The 'Know Your Rights' Poster is included here: Know Your Rights (English) Know Your Rights (Spanish)

The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

It's exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history- and even more so to be leading the way.

At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers' most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure.

As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader.

We are committed to connecting the globe for good.

Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide.

In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact.

As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

At QTS, we are Powered by People. Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work.

Together, we're achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure.

And we’d like to invite you to join us.

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program