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Data center technician internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience maintaining and troubleshooting physical infrastructure, mentorship from working data center engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Meta, WSP, and Olsson among the employers posting roles now.
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Job Requisition ID: 2534
Posting Start Date: 11/5/26
At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a Center for Data Governance Intern for Summer 2027. This position works for approximately 37.5 hours per week.
The Center of Data Governance at Daiichi Sankyo helps establish consistent practices for how data is managed, understood, protected, and used across the organization.
The Data Governance Intern will support the team with day-to-day activities, documentation, research, meeting support, and project coordination. This role is designed for a college undergraduate interested in learning more about data, technology, business processes, and how organizations manage information.
The intern will gain hands-on exposure to data governance while working with team members and stakeholders across different areas of the organization.
Responsibilities
Support the Center of Data Governance with ongoing projects and team activities.
Assist with organizing and maintaining governance documents, trackers, and reference materials.
Take meeting notes and help track decisions, action items, and follow-ups.
Support the development of presentations, communications, and training materials.
Assist with research related to data governance, data management, technology, and industry trends.
Help maintain information related to data definitions, data ownership, data quality, and other governance activities.
Support data stewardship and stakeholder engagement activities.
Assist with basic reporting, organization, and analysis of governance information.
Help identify opportunities to improve or simplify team processes.
Provide general project and administrative support as needed.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program.
Interest in data, technology, business, analytics, information management, or a related area.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools such as PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively and manage assigned tasks.
Willingness to learn and ask questions
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework or interest in areas such as Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business, or a related field.
Familiarity with Excel, PowerPoint, or basic data analysis.
Interest in learning about data governance, data quality, artificial intelligence, or data management.
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range:
USD$17.23 - USD$58.15
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Job Requisition ID: 2534
Posting Start Date: 11/5/26
At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a Center for Data Governance Intern for Summer 2027. This position works for approximately 37.5 hours per week.
The Center of Data Governance at Daiichi Sankyo helps establish consistent practices for how data is managed, understood, protected, and used across the organization.
The Data Governance Intern will support the team with day-to-day activities, documentation, research, meeting support, and project coordination. This role is designed for a college undergraduate interested in learning more about data, technology, business processes, and how organizations manage information.
The intern will gain hands-on exposure to data governance while working with team members and stakeholders across different areas of the organization.
Responsibilities
Support the Center of Data Governance with ongoing projects and team activities.
Assist with organizing and maintaining governance documents, trackers, and reference materials.
Take meeting notes and help track decisions, action items, and follow-ups.
Support the development of presentations, communications, and training materials.
Assist with research related to data governance, data management, technology, and industry trends.
Help maintain information related to data definitions, data ownership, data quality, and other governance activities.
Support data stewardship and stakeholder engagement activities.
Assist with basic reporting, organization, and analysis of governance information.
Help identify opportunities to improve or simplify team processes.
Provide general project and administrative support as needed.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program.
Interest in data, technology, business, analytics, information management, or a related area.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools such as PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively and manage assigned tasks.
Willingness to learn and ask questions
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework or interest in areas such as Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business, or a related field.
Familiarity with Excel, PowerPoint, or basic data analysis.
Interest in learning about data governance, data quality, artificial intelligence, or data management.
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range:
USD$17.23 - USD$58.15
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Data Center Technician Internship Market
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Tips for Your Data Center Technician Internship Search
Apply months before the internship starts
Large employers, including cloud infrastructure and enterprise IT companies, open summer intern recruiting the preceding fall. If you wait until spring, many structured cohorts are already closed. Set a calendar reminder for September and start identifying target employers before applications open.
Build a home lab and document everything
Data center technician intern hiring teams expect limited work history. What replaces it is evidence: a home lab build, a hardware troubleshooting log, or a network configuration write-up with clear before-and-after notes. Document the tools you used, the problem you solved, and the outcome, then link it from your resume.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never make it to campus recruiting events.
Practice your technical screen out loud before you apply
Data center technician intern interviews typically include a hands-on or scenario-based technical screen covering hardware troubleshooting, cabling standards, or basic networking concepts. Practice answering out loud, walking through your reasoning step by step, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you land on the right answer.
Target structured infrastructure internship programs early
Larger cloud, colocation, and enterprise IT employers run cohort-based programs designed to train people new to data center operations. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often include rotations across facilities, networking, and systems work. Identify the ones that fit your background and get your application in during the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 50% of the data center technician internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings. Filtering by location and work type upfront means you spend time on roles you can actually take, not ones you'll rule out after reading the full description.
Data Center Technician Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a data center technician internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history. For data center technician candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters want to see is documented hands-on project work: home lab builds, hardware troubleshooting logs, or network configuration write-ups. Apply directly to company career pages and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a data center technician internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for data center technician interns is consistent performance on real infrastructure tasks, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions happen so you can ask early. Position yourself well without counting on it as a given.
When should I apply for data center technician internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, including cloud providers and enterprise IT organizations, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often as early as September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, which means openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single season gives you the widest window.
Are data center technician internships paid?
Most professional data center technician internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon for technical roles at established organizations, though academic co-op programs can have different structures depending on the institution.
What should a data center technician internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the hardware, tools, and protocols you worked with, such as a home lab build, a network configuration exercise, or a rack-and-stack simulation. Add relevant coursework in networking, systems administration, or electrical fundamentals. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote data center technician internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the data center technician internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and use the work-type filter to surface them before they close.
Can international students get data center technician internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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