SkillBridge, Critical Facilities Engineer - Trainee - Ashburn, VA
MSCCNVirginia, United States
Posted February 18, 2026
Internship
About the Company
Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
Job Description
Join Equinix as a Critical Facilities Engineer - Trainee through our DoD SkillBridge Fellowship Program. Learn how your military experience translates into a rewarding civilian career and gain experience and competency in your trade/profession with our team.
Requirements
- Must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in DOD Instruction 1322.29 and NAVADMIN 222/15
- Technical associate's degree, military-technical school, or civilian technical trade school completion
- Working on bachelor's degree or relevant experience with 1-4 years in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Comprehensive knowledge of critical infrastructure i.e., UPS, generator, BMS, chillers, life safety systems
- Coursework in HVAC design or heat transfer and thermodynamics
- Knowledge of HVAC testing and balancing methodologies
- Knowledge of IT hardware and other data center operations functions
Benefits
- Real-world industry qualifications and certifications
- Experience and competency in your trade/profession with our team
- Familiarity with corporate culture
- Professional network of contacts
