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Find your purpose in Cisco’s mission. Veteran employees at Cisco are motivated by our people, culture, and dedication in making the world a better place through our technology. Be you, with us.

Emerging Talent

Emerging Talent's goal is to help kickstart your career, from expanding your skillset to building your network and gaining valuable experience to propel your career. Our programs include roles for interns, apprentices, recent graduates, and those educated through alternative paths such as boot camps or community college.

We Are Cisco

We connect everything. We innovate everywhere. We take bold steps to shape the technologies of tomorrow, making an impact for years to come.

 

From everyday devices to entertainment, retail, and education – we give our best, and if you’re into tech, chances are we’re the software, security, and hardware behind it. Smart cities, connected cars, and handheld hospitals –that's us.

 

We value the limitless perspectives and skillsets that our employees bring from their varied backgrounds. Colorful hair? Don’t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. 

 

We don’t just dream it, we do it! Be you, with us.

 

Discover the #WeAreCisco story and find out what we value most.

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Frequently asked questions

What should I expect during the recruitment and interview process?

This process helps us get to know you, and for you to learn about our people, culture, and business. We'll evaluate your skills and experience against our current business needs. We'll ask you about your academic and work experience, and you can ask questions, too. Be prepared to tell about your achievements and the value you could bring to Cisco.

How do I apply for an internship or co-op position at Cisco?

We offer a variety of short and long-term internships, summer internships, co-op programs, and apprenticeship programs to qualified candidates. Visit our Emerging Talent page for more details on how to apply.

Why should I sign up for job notifications

Signing up for job notifications is a great way to receive customized job alerts that match your skills and areas of interest. Simply tell us a little bit about yourself, and you'll be added to our data base and begin to receive job notifications within 48 hours.

I've submitted a job application. What is the next step?

Thanks for applying! You should have received an email confirmation that your application has been received. We encourage you to explore our @WeAreCisco social media channels where we highlight employee photos and stories about working at Cisco.

How can I improve my chances of standing out during the application process?

Be prepared. Be unique. Be yourself.
Make sure your resume is up to date and tailored to the role you're applying for. Feel proud and showcase your skills and past accomplishments. Also, be sure to optimize your resume with keywords. Our recruiters can use them to match your resume with available opportunities.

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