Data Center Engineering Operations Internship

About the role

Join the Engineering Operations team at AWS to support the critical infrastructure of Amazon's global data centers. This 3‑month full‑time internship in Dubai offers hands‑on experience with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems that keep the cloud running for millions of customers.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment such as diesel generators, UPS, PDUs, air handling units, chillers, and cooling towers.
• Perform daily operational readings, root‑cause analysis of equipment failures, and respond to facility and rack‑level events within SLA targets.
• Use internal CMMS to manage workflows and coordinate with third‑party vendors and on‑site contractors.

Required profile

• Student in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related technical field, graduating by the end of the internship.
• Professional proficiency in English (written and verbal) and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Valid driving licence and personal transportation for daily commute to a remote data‑center site.

Required skills

• Knowledge of mechanical systems (HVAC, chillers, cooling towers) and electrical equipment (generators, switchgear, UPS, PDUs).
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) for tracking work orders.