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, shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact.
Job Description
Equinix is seeking a Critical Facilities Engineer - Trainee to join their DoD SkillBridge Fellowship Program. The program is designed to help military service members transition into a rewarding civilian career in a digital infrastructure environment. The selected candidate will learn how their military experience translates into a civilian career, explore a career or industry they might want to pursue, and earn real-world industry qualifications and certifications.
Requirements
- Technical associate 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
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
