Data Center Apprentice Program

About the role

The Data Center Operations team is the backbone of CoreWeave’s AI cloud infrastructure, ensuring mission-critical data centers operate with exceptional reliability, security, and performance. We're a hands-on, collaborative team that thrives on solving complex technical challenges and continuously improving the systems that power some of the world's most demanding AI workloads.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot server, networking, and hardware issues in a fast-paced production environment.
• Provide hands-on technical support alongside experienced data center technicians and engineers.
• Assemble, rack, cable, and install enterprise-grade servers, networking equipment, and supporting infrastructure.
• Perform hardware upgrades, preventative maintenance, and equipment replacements to maximize system reliability.
• Learn to automate operational tasks by developing or modifying scripts that support server and network operations.
• Investigate hardware and software failures, perform root cause analysis, and help implement long-term solutions.
• Follow industry-leading safety, security, and operational best practices while working in a mission-critical data center.

Requirements

• No prior professional experience in data centers is required.
• A strong interest in technology, a willingness to learn, and the ability to thrive in a hands-on environment.
• Basic computer literacy and a foundational understanding of hardware components.
• Able to lift to 50 lbs and work in a physically active environment.
• Able to work varied schedules, including nights and weekends.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Comfortable working in climate-controlled environments (hot and cold aisles, 60°F–90°F).

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check.

Skills

• Strong interest in technology and a willingness to learn.
• Detail-oriented and precise in following procedures.
• Effective verbal communication and ability to ask clarifying questions.
• Collaborative mindset and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid by CoreWeave.
• Company-paid Life Insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Mental wellness benefits through Spring Health.
• Family-forming support provided by Carrot.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside.
• 401(k) with a generous employer match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations.
• A casual work environment.
• A work culture focused on innovative disruption.

Pay

The base pay for this position is $25/hour. Pay is based on a number of factors, including market location, and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

This apprenticeship is not eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity, or a comprehensive benefits package.