Apr 21 (BNP): Meta Platforms and global real estate and infrastructure services firm CBRE Group have jointly introduced a new workforce initiative titled “LevelUp”, aimed at building a skilled pipeline of fibre technicians to support the rapid expansion of advanced data centre infrastructure in the United States.
The multi-year programme is designed to address a growing shortage of trained professionals in the field of digital and AI-driven infrastructure, particularly as demand for large-scale data centres continues to accelerate worldwide.
Under the initiative, CBRE will establish and operate dedicated training centres across the United States starting this summer. These centres will provide hands-on technical training in fibre installation, maintenance, and data centre operations. Participants who successfully complete the programme will be considered for deployment at Meta’s data centre construction sites through its network of contractors.
The companies say the initiative is focused on creating job-ready skills that align with the evolving needs of the artificial intelligence and cloud computing ecosystem.
Speaking on the launch, Meta executive Dina Powell McCormick highlighted the importance of workforce development in supporting next-generation infrastructure. She noted that the growth of AI technologies depends heavily on skilled technicians capable of building and maintaining complex digital systems.
The “LevelUp” programme reflects a broader industry trend where technology companies are increasingly investing in training and upskilling initiatives to bridge talent gaps in critical infrastructure sectors.
As global demand for data processing and AI capabilities continues to surge, such initiatives are expected to play a key role in strengthening the workforce backbone of the digital economy.
