Summer 2026 Internship : Development-Architecture

QTS' summer internship program will provide you first hand experience into the fast paced world of the data center industry by providing weekly lunch and learns, a comprehensive orientation program, and site based activities, socials and volunteering events. Every intern will be assigned initiatives tied to real QTS objectives helping with anything pertaining to the whole life-cycle of a data center build and / or company operations.

The Development- Architecture Intern will work on live project objectives across one or more sites. Roles and responsibilities may include, but aren't limited to :

Development Project Intern :

Assist the Development team with core projects and construction process oversite.

Aid in budget management, scheduling, and status reports for projects.

Update development program and project status for director-level reviews.

Support entitlement and permitting needs for assigned site projects.

Develop scopes of work for design, construction, and commissioning services.

Monitor project budgets and review schedules, change orders, submittals, and pricing proposals.

May aid in due diligence efforts for new land banks and properties.

Enhance project management processes and protocols.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, Finance, STEM, Data Science, Human Resources, or a related field.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint for presentations and Excel for data analysis and budgeting.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Must be a US Citizen

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Current full-time enrollment in one of QTS’s partner institutions (listed below) or a affiliate school :

Auburn University

Kansas State University

Georgia State University

Southern Adventist University

Texas A&M University

University of Kansas

Previous internship or co-op experience in construction, finance, technology, HR, facilities engineering, or related industries.

Involvement in community activities outside of schoolwork (athletics, clubs, volunteering, part-time employment).

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