Intern Program Coordinator, NA

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises.

Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Human Resources Department

The Human Resources (HR) team is responsible for managing the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment through retirement, collaborating closely with various departments such as New Site Development, Construction, Operations, Sales, Finance, Tech & Systems, and Legal to ensure a cohesive and supportive work environment.

Our HR team is distinguished by its proactive and strategic approach. Unlike in many organizations where HR functions are limited to administrative oversight, our HR professionals are empowered with the authority and responsibility to drive critical processes directly.

This includes talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, and organizational planning. By leveraging in-house expertise, our HR team can align long-term organizational sustainability with innovative HR practices and cost-effective strategies.

This alignment ensures that our workforce is engaged, motivated, and equipped to contribute to the company's success. Each member of our HR team plays a pivotal role in making high-impact decisions, resulting in a more dynamic and productive work environment.

Position Overview

This role can be based in Ashburn, VA; in alignment with our flexible work policy. (3 days on site required, 2 days flexible)

As the Early Careers / Intern Coordinator for Vantage's North American region, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and managing a growing portfolio of early careers initiatives.

Reporting directly to the Sr Director of Learning and Development, you will be responsible for overseeing our highly competitive Vantage Internship program, ensuring a seamless and transformative experience for our aspiring young professionals.

With your firsthand understanding of the intern experience and your passion for talent development, you will serve as a dedicated mentor and advocate for our interns, guiding them through their journey and helping them unlock their full potential.

As we continue to expand our early careers offerings, you will also support the development and administration of new programs that aim to "grow our own" talent, paving the way for recent graduates and early-career individuals to join our organization and embark on fulfilling careers.

Your contributions will be instrumental in cultivating a robust pipeline of diverse, highly skilled talent to fuel Vantage's future growth and success.

Essential Job Functions

Internship Program Management :

Manage the end-to-end coordination and administration of the Vantage Internship program for the North American region.

Serve as the primary point of contact for intern candidates, providing an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment and onboarding process.

Manage the full life cycle of the Vantage Internship program, from recruitment and selection to onboarding, development, and offboarding.

Onboarding and Development :

Support the design and delivery of engaging onboarding and training programs to ensure interns are well-equipped to excel in their roles.

Coordinate and execute engaging learning and development activities, including training sessions, networking events, and leadership shadowing opportunities for interns.

Mentorship and Support :

Serve as a dedicated mentor and coach to interns, providing guidance, feedback, and support to help them achieve their personal and professional goals.

Provide ongoing support to interns, ensuring they have the resources and guidance to thrive during their time at Vantage.

Collaboration and Placement :

Collaborate with business leaders and functional teams to identify and secure meaningful intern placements that align with the interns' interests and career goals.

Partner with regional business leaders to identify high-impact intern placements that align with Vantage's business needs.

Program Evaluation and Improvement :

Collect and analyze data on the intern experience, including satisfaction surveys, performance feedback, and retention rates, using insights to continuously improve the program.

Continuously stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging early careers initiatives to enhance the Vantage Internship program and explore new opportunities.

New Program Development :

Support the development and implementation of new early careers programs, such as graduate training schemes and apprenticeships, to diversify our talent pipeline.

Collaborate with the Sr. Director of Learning and Development and the broader HR team to align early careers initiatives with Vantage's overall talent management strategy.

Administrative Support :

Manage the administrative tasks associated with the internship program, including maintaining intern records, processing payroll, and coordinating logistics.

Liaise with targeted educational institutions, building strong relationships to attract key intern and early career talent onto our programs.

Additional Duties :

Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Education :

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field.

Experience :

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in talent development, internship program management, or early careers program coordination.

Experience in an early careers, internship, or talent development role, preferably within a fast-paced, global organization.

Firsthand experience as an intern or recent graduate, with a deep understanding of the challenges and aspirations of early-career individuals.

Data Center or high-tech experience is preferred, but not required.

Skills :

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage with and inspire interns and young professionals.

Strong project management and administrative skills, with the ability to coordinate complex programs and maintain meticulous records.

Passionate about talent development, with a genuine interest in helping young professionals achieve their career goals.

Adaptable and innovative, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Alignment with Vantage's core values and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Driven, strong communicator, outstanding written & communication skills along with high attention-to-detail, required.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams.

Travel required is expected to be up to 10% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects;

reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

LI-Hybrid

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses.

We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package.

We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired;

such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.