Software Engineer I (Intern) - United States
Cisco · San Jose, CA · Internships, Apprenticeships, and Co-Ops
About this role
Cisco is hiring a intern-level Software Engineer based in San Jose, CA. The posting calls out experience with Python, Java, C, AWS. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Compensation is listed at $44,000–$185,000 per year.
- Role
- Software Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- intern
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Internship
- Location
- San Jose, CA
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Department
- Internships, Apprenticeships, and Co-Ops
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
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Job description
from Cisco careersPlease note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens.
Applications are accepted until further notice.
Meet the Team
The mission of the Security & Trust Organization (S&TO) is to secure products and services, protect Cisco and its employees, and cultivate trust with our customers, partners, and regulators. Thrive on our dynamic and collaborative team where you’ll work closely with a diverse network of internal and external stakeholders to drive essential security initiatives. The Security and Trust Organization (S&TO) is dedicated to cultivating an innovative, growth-focused culture. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with teams across Cisco—including IT, Product, Customer Experience (CX), and nearly every business unit, to deliver critical security solutions.
Your Impact
Software engineers contribute to the design and maintenance of crucial technology platforms, such as operating systems, networks, and databases. The focus is on building stable, user-friendly programs while closely following established processes and considering the relationship between software and hardware. Contributions may even influence product design!
Minimum Qualifications
Current enrollment in an undergraduate program. Relevant fields include: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science or related field.
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