(Physical) Security Specialist Intern - 2027 Internship, DC Security

Important — Site Location & Commuting: This role is based at a data center facility in a remote location with no public transportation access. A valid driving license and access to personal transportation are required to commute to the site daily. Please consider this before applying.

Behind every click, stream, and cloud service is real hardware — and someone needs to make sure it gets where it needs to be. As a Logistics Specialist Intern at Amazon Web Services (AWS), you will help manage the supply chain that keeps our data centers running, from receiving and tracking parts to ensuring the right equipment is in the right place at the right time.

This internship is designed as a potential pathway to full-time employment. Interns who demonstrate strong performance throughout their internship may be considered for a full-time Logistics Specialist position, subject to available roles and business needs.

Who Should Apply

We welcome applications from:

- Students in the last year of their Technical/Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Supply Chain, Logistics, or a similar discipline who are looking for an internship that could lead to a full-time career.

About the Role

You will join a creative, dynamic team of Logistics Specialists dedicated to providing world-class customer service — and you will be part of operating the world's largest cloud computing infrastructure.

This hands-on role supports our procurement and supply chain operations. Prioritization, organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to react quickly are critical to being successful.

What You Will Do
- Monitor inventory levels to ensure proper stock levels are maintained
- Receive parts, maintain inventory records, and check out parts
- Load and unload shipments and transport parts between different locations
- Assemble, address, stamp, and arrange for the shipment of merchandise and materials
- Assist in daily scheduling of deliveries and pick-ups to and from production locations
- Unpack incoming shipments and verify contents
- Maintain precise records of all commodities going in and out of the facility

Physical Requirements

This role involves physical activity, including:
- Regularly lifting and moving up to 16 kilograms (approximately 35 pounds) unassisted, and participating in group lifts for heavier items
- Lifting loads of up to 22 kilograms (approximately 49 pounds) and carrying them for short distances
- Continuously climbing and descending stairs safely (applies to sites with stairs)
- Reaching and stretching to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance
- Pushing or pulling heavy objects into position
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