Data Center Facilities Technician Intern, 2027

Behind Google’s simple search box is one of the most complex technology infrastructures in the world. And behind that infrastructure is a group of Googlers, who design, build, and keep the lights on for our users. Our Data Center Engineering team takes the physical design of our data centers into the future, and our technicians, engineers, and support teams bring ideas to life. The teams use creative approaches to reduce operational costs and to extend traditional practices to meet our goal of making our data centers the most energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable in the world.

As a Data Center Facilities Technician Intern, you will play a vital role in maintaining the physical data center environment. You will train alongside experienced technicians, gaining experience by assisting with the operation, maintenance, and repair of critical electrical and mechanical systems, including HVAC, UPS, generators, and control and monitoring systems.

A key part of your role will be learning to inspect, maintain, and repair various data center systems like piping and other electrical or mechanical components. You'll also learn to read blueprints and schematics, assist in conducting system tours, and provide daily support to our technicians. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to develop creative solutions for improving operational efficiencies and reducing costs, all while adhering to our strict health and safety policies. By learning our systems and tools, you will build a solid technical foundation and grow your skills in a mission-critical environment.

Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Netherlands: €40600 (EUR) + 0% bonus target

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Responsibilities and detailed projects will be determined based on your educational background, interest, and skills.

Minimum qualifications:

Currently enrolled in an educational program relevant to the job qualifications or an accredited full-time Bachelor's or Master's degree program located in the EMEA region.

Relevant practical or internship experience in Mechanical/Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC), or electrical experience (e.g., electrical testing equipment or electrical distribution) in an industrial or commercial environment.

Preferred qualifications:

Currently enrolled in your penultimate/final year of education.

Relevant practical or internship experience in data centers or critical facilities, such as hospitals, or power plants.

Relevant practical or internship experience of electrical or mechanical systems used in a data center environment (e.g., Feeders, Transformers, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, ATS/STS units, PDU/PMM units).

Knowledge of meters, devices, sensors, and troubleshooting utilizing standard hand tools, digital metering, or calibration/diagnostic equipment.

Ability to complete a 13 week full-time internship in the internship location starting either May, June or July 2027.