Software Engineer Intern

About the Software Engineer Intern Role at Cisco

This posting is for potential future job opportunities, meaning while this exact Software Engineer Intern role might not be immediately open, a relevant position could emerge soon. We accept applications until further notice, and a Cisco representative may contact you if a suitable role becomes available.

Meet the Security & Trust Organization (S&TO) Team

The Security & Trust Organization (S&TO) at Cisco is dedicated to ensuring product and service security, protecting Cisco assets and employees, and fostering trust with customers, partners, and regulators. This dynamic and collaborative team thrives on diverse internal and external partnerships to advance critical security initiatives. S&TO promotes an innovative, growth-focused culture, offering opportunities to collaborate with various Cisco teams, including IT, Product, Customer Experience (CX), and numerous business units, to deliver essential security solutions.

Your Impact as a Software Engineer Intern

As a Software Engineer Intern, you will contribute to the design and maintenance of crucial technology platforms such, operating systems, networks, and databases. The primary focus is on building stable, user-friendly programs while adhering to established processes and understanding the interplay between software and hardware. Your contributions could even influence future product design at Cisco.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following programming or scripting languages: C/C++, Python, or Java, demonstrated through recent (within the past 12 months) coursework, projects, or work experience.
• Experience in QA, testing, and/or debugging.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with legal right to work in the U.S., with no need for visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Linux, Networking concepts, OS core concepts, Embedded Development, and/or ML.
• Experience with Databases, Web Application Development, and Web Services.
• Knowledge in Computer Networking and/or Cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of Cloud Platforms: AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud.

Why Cisco?

Cisco is at the forefront of revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era and beyond. With 40 years of fearless innovation, Cisco creates solutions that empower humans and technology to collaborate across physical and digital realms. These solutions provide unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Driven by extensive technology and a global network of experts, Cisco offers limitless opportunities for growth and building impactful solutions. We operate as a team, collaborating with empathy to achieve significant global impact. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. At Cisco, our power begins with you.

Key skills/competency

• Software Development
• Programming Languages (C/C++, Python, Java)
• Debugging
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Testing
• Operating Systems (Linux, OS Core Concepts)
• Networking
• Databases
• Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Cybersecurity