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Equinix · 8 hours ago

Workforce Development Launchpad Intern

positionElk Grove Village, IL
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, focused on enabling innovations that enrich our work, life, and planet. The Workforce Development Launchpad Intern will gain hands-on experience in data center operations, learning about electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems while supporting customer satisfaction through detailed order execution.

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Responsibilities

You will learn hands on skills required for different career paths within data centers
This includes electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems as well as customer focused opportunities
Learn systems and tools that will increase your technical knowledge
Support customer happiness through timely and detailed order execution
Grow a natural curiosity for facilities
Develop strong problem-solving skills
Maintain detailed written records of all work activity
Contribute to the success of your team and the greater success of the company by completing hands-on work

Qualification

HVACElectrical systemsPlumbingFiber opticsEthernetSwitchesServersCustomer serviceProblem-solvingAttention to detail

Required

The ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. and are agile in manual dexterity (climb, stoop, et.) with or without an accommodation
The flexibility to work any assigned shift, off-schedule, fill in for workmate, respond to emergencies, holidays, nights etc
Skills such as experience with HVAC, plumbing, fiber optics, ethernet, switches and servers, and electrical are welcomed
A natural curiosity and strong troubleshooting skills
Strong customer service mindset – whether the customer is your co-worker, a supplier or client
Dedication and commitment to doing things with precision and accuracy
High School Diploma

Company

Equinix

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Equinix is an internet company that provides data center services for companies, businesses, and organizations.
dateFounded in 1998
location
Redwood City, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.equinix.com

H1B Sponsorship

Equinix has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (113)
2024 (157)
2023 (117)
2022 (121)
2021 (179)
2020 (122)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.27B
Key Investors
Elliott Management Corp.Crosslink Capital
2025-11-19Post Ipo Debt· $499.92M
2025-07-22Post Ipo Equity
2025-03-17Post Ipo Debt· $374.96M

Leadership Team

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Adaire Fox-Martin
Chief Executive Officer & President
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Keith Taylor
Chief Financial Officer
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