Data Center and Logistics Specialist Internship

4 weeks ago

Gainesville, United States University of Florida Full time

Job Description:

UF Information Technology (UFIT) is currently seeking a talented and highly motivated, part-time student Intern to join the Data Center and Logistics unit within UFIT for the spring 5 through fall 5 semesters, including Summer. The intern will assist with performing duties related to operating and maintaining the university’s data center facilities.

Employment with UFIT provides an excellent opportunity to work with other dedicated employees focused on understanding and interpreting the technological needs of the University of Florida’s innovative and inspirational community.

The UFIT Data Center and Logistics team is responsible for maintaining all the university’s data center and communication infrastructure building facilities, including HVAC, building power, and building maintenance, fleet management, procurement assistance, and inventory control. Student interns expect to participate in all team responsibilities. This position will primarily report to the Space Science and Research Building on main campus, with additional work duties at the UF Data Center located on UF’s East Campus on Waldo Rd. (State vehicle are used when needed). Candidates must be able to lift lbs. A minimum of hours per week is requested, with maximum of .

Some key responsibilities and characteristics of this position are:

Server installation and removal.

Fiber and copper cabling installation and certification.

IT documentation administration.

Inventory control.

HVAC monitoring and maintenance.

3-Phase power monitoring and management.


Some key learning outcomes for the student intern are:

Gaining a better understanding of data centers, how the individual infrastructure components contribute to the overall function, and how the data centers support the university’s operations. The areas covered during daily operation include, but are not limited to:

The differences between cable testers and certifiers, and how they work. Proper copper and fiber optic network cable installation and handling techniques. Data center and campus based LAN network topology and technologies. Storage and virtualization concepts. Data center capacity planning.

The intern will also have the opportunity to learn about the procurement and inventory control processes.

About UF Information Technology 

Reporting to the Vice President and Chief Information Officer, UF Information Technology is comprised of eight departments: Academic Technology; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. With established governance advisory committees and a set of well-defined, transparent processes aiding decision-making, UFIT strives to provide exceptional IT services in support of UF’s mission. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit .

Learn more about UFIT at and @GoGatorsUFIT.

About the University of Florida 

UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over , students and was ranked 6th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 3 rankings) and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 3 survey. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately , residents in North-Central Florida, miles from the Gulf of Mexico, miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs, including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at .

Expected Salary:

$. to $. per hour

Minimum Requirements:

UF Student Assistant
This position is open to all students eligible to work on campus and will be employed through student Other Personnel Services (OPS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average.

OPS Intern
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following education, experience, and skills:

IT related field of study preferred. Good organizational skills. Self starter, good at working independently with instruction. Experience using basic hand and power tools. Experience working in a professional environment. Ability to lift lbs. Ability to work in confined spaces. Ability to work well individually and as a part of a team.

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