Graduate Software Development Internship

Job Description

About Cisco

Cisco is a global technology leader that provides networking hardware, software, and services. With a rich history spanning 36 years, Cisco has evolved from a hardware company to a comprehensive software and security solutions provider. They are known for their innovative and intuitive network solutions that adapt, predict, learn, and protect. Cisco prioritizes a culture that fosters innovation, creativity, and learning from failures. They strongly believe in giving back to the community and have a dedicated focus on diversity and equality.

Job Description: Graduate Software Development Internship

Start Date: Early July 2025
Duration: 1 year
Location: Feltham, United Kingdom (Hybrid work approach, working from the Bedfont Lakes office 1-2 days per week.)

What you’ll do:

• Receive coaching and mentorship from world-class leaders.
• Join a team of new graduates starting their careers together.
• Engage in professional development while meeting the demands of projects and programs.
• Be immersed in the Agile Software Development process within a high-caliber software development team.
• Perform a variety of tasks, including:
• Requirements collection
• UI Design
• Solution design and evaluation
• Implementation (writing code)
• Unit and QA testing
• Deployment
• Root cause analysis and fixing of defects

The internship program provides tailored learning experiences based on individual needs. Early tasks are chosen to support skill development, and responsibilities increase as you progress, ultimately becoming a full team member responsible for delivering high-quality software.

Team:

The Collaboration Tools & Experience team focuses on providing automation for operational tasks within the collaboration space. This includes:

• Managing infrastructure for tools like CallManagers and Expressways.
• Auditing all Webex bots within Cisco.
• Creating products to enhance the employee experience in a hybrid work environment.

Requirements:

This role might be ideal for you if you:

• Are a penultimate-year student studying for a degree primarily focused on maths, information technology, or scientific study.
• Possess strong teamwork skills.
• Enjoy problem-solving.
• Are curious about how things work and have ideas for improvement.
• Are a good communicator both verbally and in writing, and are comfortable sharing your ideas.
• Have a demonstrable interest in technology and programming.
• Are eager to learn new things and invest time in developing your skills.

Existing software development knowledge and experience are a definite advantage but are not essential.

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Benefits & Perks:
• Annual Leave: 25 days + bank holidays + an additional day off for your birthday
• Free shuttle buses between local stations and the Cisco Campus office
• Opportunities to participate in giving back events organised by the IT team or the Bedfont Lakes campus CSR team.
• 10 days of volunteering leave per year in addition to regular annual leave.
• Employee stock purchase programme
• Employee Resource Organisations, wellbeing programme via Pavelka
• Support in gaining your Cisco certifications
• Extensive knowledge of Cisco’s product line
• Opportunity to work with top engineers in their fields
• Access to Cisco’s vast resources for learning and development

Selection Process:

• Application
• Hiring Team Video Interview
• Virtual or Hybrid Cisco Day

Life in Cisco IT:

• You’ll be part of a team that supports everyone within Cisco.
• Opportunity to create solutions that drive transformational change.
• Regular collaboration with colleagues across the world.
• Opportunities for travel.
• Encouraged to participate in community initiatives like IamIT in schools and STEM events.
• Regular team events and a fun work environment.

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