At a glance
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Location
- United States of America
- Visa sponsorship
- Visa sponsorship available
About the role
- Kickstart your engineering career in the U.S. by joining a global hyperscale data centre environment as a Graduate/ Placement Data Centre Technician.
- This programme offers hands-on, practical experience supporting large-scale cloud infrastructure while developing technical expertise and building an international professional network.
- This opportunity is designed for engineering and computer science students and graduates seeking exposure to mission-critical systems in a structured and safety-focused environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on repair, replacement, and installation of data centre hardware components (e.g., power supplies, fans, network cards) across the full lifecycle from deployment through to decommissioning and recycling
- Conduct routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and physical-layer troubleshooting, including cabling and port testing
- Manage inventory of spare parts and hardware to support timely repairs, upgrades, and deployments
- Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to coordinate hardware replacements and infrastructure setup while minimising disruption
- Maintain accurate documentation of repair activities, maintenance logs, and configuration updates
- Support emergency response efforts to resolve critical hardware issues efficiently
Requirements
- Eligible to participate in a J-1 Exchange Visitor Programme (Intern or Trainee categories)
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related discipline within the required eligibility window
- Strong English communication skills and professionalism in a safety-critical environment
- Demonstrated interest in operations and reliability environments (e.g., power systems, cooling, automation, networking, controls)
- Commitment to programme guidelines, cultural exchange expectations, and safety standards
Benefits
- Paid placement with a global hyperscaler, aligned to your engineering background
- Role matching and placement support for hyperscale data centre opportunities
- Full guidance through the J-1 visa sponsorship process, including documentation and timelines
- Pre-departure preparation, onboarding support, and orientation
- Ongoing check-ins and support throughout your placement
- Practical settling-in assistance, including housing and local community resources
