Federal Project Management Internship - Summer 2027

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives.

We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be.

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, 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 Federal Project Manager Intern will gain valuable experience around managing and optimizing workflows and partnerships with our federal clients. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: Responsibilities • Drive AI innovation initiatives within the Federal Delivery organization by evaluating and implementing use cases for Microsoft Copilot, Claude, and other emerging technologies.

• Support continuous process improvement efforts that increase project delivery efficiency, enhance data quality, and simplify program management activities.

• Design and refine project management templates, dashboards, reporting tools, and operational playbooks used across Federal programs. • Partner with project managers, program managers, and stakeholders across Sales, Operations, Security, Compliance, and Development to understand and improve end-to-end project delivery processes.

• Research, analyze, and present recommendations to senior leadership focused on improving collaboration, communication, knowledge sharing, and delivery performance across the Federal organization.

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 Blackstone Launchpad affiliate school: • Auburn University • Kansas State University • Georgia State University • Southern Adventist University • Texas A&M University • University of Kansas • Previous Data Center environment experience • Previous Project Management documentation experience • Experience leveraging MS Suite • Experience utilizing PM tools such as Planner, SmartSheets and other related tools In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees: • Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting • Every employee is bonus or commission eligible • Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays • Stock Purchase Plan (SPP) • 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked • Pet and Legal Insurance • Q-Rest Sabbatical Program • Q-Anniversary Service Award Program • Parental Leave • Military Benefits Package • QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program • QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents • QTS Crisis Fund • Wellness Program • Tuition Reimbursement Program QTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.  We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

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If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.

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