Operational Risk Intern Jobs in Plano, TX (NOW HIRING)

Who are we?
Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.
A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.
Who is Equinix?
Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.
A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.
About the program
During your Summer Internship with us, you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. If you're a forward-thinking, hard-working college student who loves to learn and wants to make a positive impact on the world while growing your career, join us and help shape the digital world.
Team Overview
At Equinix, energy is a strategic enabler of our global digital infrastructure. Managing power costs, commodity exposure, and market risk is essential to operating one of the world's largest data center platforms.
The Energy Market Risk Intern will support the Energy team by contributing to energy risk analysis, commodity portfolio insights, and market intelligence, while also assisting with cost, billing, and operational workflows. This role is designed for students who are passionate about energy and power markets, and who bring finance, accounting, and IT skills as part of their analytical toolkit.
This is not a traditional finance internship. It is an applied energy role that blends markets, infrastructure, and operational execution.
What You Can Expect

• Support energy market and risk analysis, including energy commodity exposure tracking and scenario comparisons

• Assist with analysis of the energy and power commodity portfolio, focusing on cost drivers and market trends

• Gather and summarize energy market intelligence (pricing signals, regional power dynamics, proposed utility tariff changes)

• Support development and upkeep of energy cost and budget calculators

• Review and process utility invoices, utility tariff schedules, and bill pay workflows

• Assist with regional power capacity reviews and demand planning inputs

• Support tracking and validation of construction-related energy invoices

• Prepare summaries and reports for energy, operations, and leadership teams

Why Join Equinix?
Equinix offers interns meaningful exposure to real-world energy market decisions at global scale.
You will:

• See how power markets and commodity risk directly impact infrastructure operations

• Work alongside energy, operations, and finance professionals

• Gain hands-on experience connecting market intelligence to operational outcomes

• Participate in Equinix's global intern development and learning programs

Who You Are
Required

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university, in your penultimate year of a Bachelor's or Master's program

• Majoring in or closely aligned with Energy, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Economics, or Sustainability

• Strong interest and passion for energy markets and commodities

• Expected graduation between December 2026 - May 2027

• Available to work full-time for the internship duration

• Comfortable using Excel, Power Point, Smartsheet, Power BI and other analytical tools

• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills

Preferred

• Participation in energy-focused trading, risk, or investment programs

• Exposure to power markets, utility tariffs, or commodity risk concepts

• Experience applying finance, accounting, or IT skills to analytical or operational problems

• Interest in infrastructure, data centers, or large-scale energy systems

Why Join Equinix?
We pride ourselves on our Global Program being an immersive and impactful experience designed to kick start your corporate career and set you up for future success.

• Work on real business challenges: You will be assigned with a project and work directly with teams to gain real-work experience, contribute to the business, and impact the digital world.
• Be supported throughout your journey: You will be mentored and coached by numerous colleagues, including your managers, subject experts, peers, and mentors.
• Participate in a curated program of workshops and events: Learn from our leaders through our Executive Speaker Series, continue to grow through our workshops and build meaningful worldwide connections through our networking events.
• Gain global recognition: We celebrate your time with Equinix and the work you have completed through our Global Ideas Competition "Shark Tank." This competition provides you with the recognition you deserve and lets you share your work with the global community of Equinix.

Joining our internship program means you will have a chance to secure a future role at Equinix when you graduate!
How to Apply
Please submit an up-to-date resume including internship availability and expected graduation date.
Applicants must be available to work full-time for the full duration of the internship.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
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