**DESCRIPTION**:
NO CYBERSECURITY, READ DESCRIPTION
AWS is growing rapidly, and we are looking for an Operational Security Specialist Intern to join our expanding Data Centre team.
As a Data Centre Operational Security Specialist Intern, you will be tasked with driving operational security excellence within our Data Centres. You will write reports, create presentations and communicate with management on the status of physical security operations.
Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us.
Key job responsibilities
- Interface and direct vendors involved in new security construction, repairs, daily security operations and patrols, and planning.
- Extract metrics and observe improvements by looking at hard data.
- Make suggestions on improving electronic surveillance and access controls.
- Direct efforts to educate data center occupants on false alarm reductions.
Amazon internships are full-time (40 hours/week) for 12 consecutive weeks, in Summer 2026. This position is for current students and requires the intern to work onsite on a daily basis. Intern schedules are typically day schedules, Monday-Friday. A full time position could involve day, evening, or weekend shifts and on-call rotations.
A day in the life
Inclusive Team Culture:
Here at AWS, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences.
Work/Life Harmony:
Our team puts a high value on work-life harmony. It isn’t about how many hours you spend at home or at work; it’s about the flow you establish that brings energy to both parts of your life. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment.
About the team
Mentorship & Career Growth:
Our team is dedicated to supporting new team members in an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Projects and tasks are assigned in a way that leverages your strengths and helps you further develop your skillset.
**BASIC QUALIFICATIONS**:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Risk Management, Business Administration, Security Management, or a related field
- Are enrolled in a Bachelor's degree or above
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**:
- Experience communicating technical details verbally and in writing
- Interest in investigating accidents, thefts, disturbances, and discrepancies.
- Desire to work in a facility observing security gaps in physical barriers, security officer procedure, policies, surveillance equipment, and alarm points.