In alignment with the company's values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees. We need you as a Datacenter Technician (DCT) Intern. The company's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I DCT Intern, you will play a key role in delivering core infrastructure and foundational technologies for the company's online services such as Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the company's Azure platform.
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CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development of all employees, offering training and growth opportunities, including Career Rotation Programs and professional certifications. Our infrastructure comprises a large global portfolio of over 100 datacenters and 1 million servers, supporting services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries. We prioritize environmental sustainability and optimization in our datacenter design and operations to meet the ever-changing business demands, positioning the company as a world-class cloud provider.
Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (On-site)
Work Conditions: Full-time
Responsibilities:
- Support deployment of on-site datacenter physical infrastructure.
- Install, replace, and troubleshoot cables and hardware.
- Handle data-bearing devices (e.g., hard drives, solid-state drives).
- Work within a ticket-based environment.
- Move equipment using pallet jacks or other assisted lifting equipment.
- Assist the Datacenter Inventory and Asset Management Team (DIAT) with shipping/receiving and inventory management as needed.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 18 years of age.
- Basic knowledge of computer hardware and components.
- Interest in supporting IT equipment or related technology.
- Currently studying towards a relevant technical qualification.
- Open to Emirati Nationals only, in line with UAE nationalisation (Emiratisation) requirements. Candidates must be UAE citizens holding a valid UAE Family Book and be legally authorized to work in the UAE.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Applicable certifications: CompTIA (A+, Server+, Network+), Basic Structure Cabling (BSC).
- Ability to support frequent standing, walking, lifting, and working at heights with or without equipment assistance.
- Proficiency in written and oral English communication to support regional and global teams.
- Desire to learn, grow, and develop new technical skills.
- Flexibility to work non-standard business hours, including weekends and/or holidays.
Language Requirements:
- Proficient in written and oral English communication.
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. The company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances.
