Intern - Data Center CAD & 3D Modeling

About Our Company:

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is a leading North America network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 45+ digital edge and Scalelogix℠ hyperscale edge data centers in 13 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 710+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 35+ onramps and seven Internet exchanges. We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service. Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix's experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients.

About the Position:

We are seeking a Data Center CAD & 3D Modeling Intern to support the DCIM team in standardizing and improving facility documentation across Cologix’s growing data center portfolio. This role is designed for a student with strong AutoCAD and 2D drafting skills who is interested in gaining hands-on experience working with real-world architectural and electrical drawings in a supportive, guided environment.

The intern will assist with converting existing drawings from multiple sites into newly defined Cologix CAD standards. These drawings originate from different acquisitions and engineering firms, providing a unique opportunity to learn how documentation is unified and maintained at an enterprise scale. Exposure to 3D models, LiDAR data, and digital twin concepts will be provided as part of the learning experience, but advanced 3D skills are not required.

This internship will run for up to 10 weeks, up to 40 hours per week, commencing on or around June 8th and concluding by August 14th.

Why This Internship Matters:

This internship offers hands-on experience helping build consistent, accurate facility documentation that supports operations and future growth at Cologix. Interns will work with real drawings used across live data centers while being supported by experienced team members who provide structure, feedback, and mentorship. It’s an excellent opportunity to strengthen CAD skills, learn industry standards, and see how technical documentation supports large-scale infrastructure.

• Assist in converting existing architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings into newly established Cologix CAD standards
• Apply provided drawing templates (DWT), title blocks, symbols, layers, and block conventions to legacy AutoCAD files
• Help clean up, organize, and standardize 2D drawings, including layouts and electrical single-line diagrams (SLDs)
• Support validation and updates of EPMS single-line schematics under the guidance of the DCIM team
• Review drawings from multiple sources and help align them to a consistent format and structure
• Organize and manage drawings within AutoCAD Construction Cloud or similar document management systems
• Gain exposure to LiDAR scans, E57 data, and Revit models as part of Cologix’s digital twin initiative
• Collaborate with DCIM team members who will provide direction, feedback, and mentorship throughout the internship

• Successful candidates must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program from an accredited college / university as a rising junior / senior.
• Proactive and eager to learn, with a willingness to ask questions and take guidance
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Currently pursuing a degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC), or a related technical program
• Demonstrated coursework or experience using AutoCAD, with a focus on 2D drafting
• Comfortable working with existing drawings and making updates based on provided standards
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while being part of a collaborative team
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Enthusiasm for gaining practical, real-world experience in data center documentation

• Exposure to AutoCAD Construction Cloud
• Basic familiarity with Revit or other BIM tools
• Interest in facilities, infrastructure, or data center environments
• Curiosity about 3D modeling, digital twins, or building documentation workflows

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Cologix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.  If you need assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at recruiting@cologix.com or call 720-940-2551. 

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Cologix’ data centers are ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. These certifications demonstrate Cologix’s commitment to both information security and environmental stewardship. At Cologix, protecting information assets and minimizing environmental impacts are everyone’s responsibility.

Cologix employees are responsible for:

• Understanding and following Cologix’s information security, cybersecurity, privacy,

and environmental management policies, procedures, and standards.

• Ensuring conformance with the requirements of both the Information Security

Management System (ISMS) and the Environmental Management System (EMS).

• Remaining vigilant and reporting any information security or environmental incidents,

vulnerabilities, risks, or non-conformities to the appropriate teams.

• Actively participating in Cologix’s efforts to maintain and improve information security

and environmental performance.