Data Center Apprentice Program

About the role

The Data Center Operations team at CoreWeave is responsible for ensuring our mission-critical data centers operate with exceptional reliability, security, and performance. As a Data Center Technician Apprentice, you'll gain practical experience in a cutting-edge AI cloud environment, developing the technical skills needed to support enterprise-scale infrastructure.

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.
• Ability to lift to 50lbs and work in a physically active environment.
• Willingness to work varied schedules, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Comfortable working in climate-controlled environments (hot and cold aisles, 60°F–90°F).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Skills

• Basic computer literacy.
• Understanding of hardware components and networking.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and SOPs.
• Good physical fitness and stamina.

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.
• 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 full-time and includes varied schedules, including nights and weekends.

Export Control Compliance

This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.