Data Center Reliability Engineer Intern

Amazon Inc.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) invites applications for a Data Center Engineering Operations - 2027 Internship. You will gain hands-on experience maintaining critical data center infrastructure while supporting on-site teams and customers.

As an intern, you will work full-time for six months, report on site, and may be considered for a full-time role. Strong academics in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Engineering and solid teamwork are valued.

Qualifications

• Completed or due to complete before the internship end date a higher education qualification (NQF level 4-6) or a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering or similar fields.
• Professional English proficiency, both written and verbal
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment, with strong time management skills
• Experience in program or project management (preferred)
• Knowledge of mechanical systems (HVAC, controls) (preferred)
• Reliable transportation to the data center facility (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment
• Assisting with root cause analysis of equipment failures
• Troubleshooting facility and rack-level events within internal SLAs
• Taking daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment
• Using internal CMMS to manage building workflows
• Interacting with third-party vendors and contractors on site

Job description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) invites applications for a Data Center Engineering Operations - 2027 Internship. You will gain hands-on experience maintaining critical data center infrastructure while supporting on-site teams and customers.

As an intern, you will work full-time for six months, report on site, and may be considered for a full-time role. Strong academics in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Engineering and solid teamwork are valued.