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Start Date: Mid-September 2026
Location: Kraków, Poland (we follow a hybrid work model, requiring 2–3 days per week in the local office).
Duration: One-year internship with the flexibility to choose between a part-time schedule (minimum 24 hours per week) and a full-time arrangement.
Envision having an opportunity to develop a range of technical skills and specialize in one of the main technologies we work with to become a guide and trusted advisor to our clients. And imagine learning not just anywhere but at the world’s leading technology company with over 40 years of experience in the industry. In a world where you can design, implement, troubleshoot, operate, automate and become a multi-skilled certified engineer, all in one place. That is the opportunity Cisco has for you.
Meet the Team
We are currently looking for new hires in the Technical Assistance Centre (TAC).
TAC is a strategic partner to our customers, saving businesses from the impact of network incidents, solving and preventing the recurrence of deep technical issues, with access to Cisco Technical Assistance Labs with over $650M in Cisco assets, using this equipment to stay up to date on brand-new innovations and understand what makes them tick. As a Technical Consulting Engineer in TAC you will fix and resolve incidents, recreate customer technical problems within Cisco's internal labs, conduct detailed solving, debugging and log analysis, collaborate with colleagues across different technology teams to resolve network environment issues, work closely with engineering teams to improve product quality by identifying, reporting, and automating the detection of software defects.
Your Impact
This is not just an ordinary internship programme. As you start your career at Cisco you will develop a set of professional, technology and AI skills which will provide you with priceless experience for the future through training, industry-recognised qualifications like CCNA and AITECH, as well as on the job learning. You will solve the world’s most intriguing technology challenges, test and implement the latest architectures, monitor and optimize entire infrastructures, and work closely together with your peers in your day-to-day job.
You will also work alongside some of the industry's brightest minds and receive the support and backing from the #1 Greatest Place to Work in the World. This is a chance to build your career and leverage training, mentoring and exposure to grow professionally.
Minimum Qualifications:
You are a current student towards a Networking, IT, Computer Science or a related Engineering degree. Equivalent IT experience, bootcamp or certification course are accepted in lieu of degree. (being a student for the duration of the internship is a must)
You can communicate in English (verbal and written).
You have a basic understanding and knowledge of networking, software, information technology or computer science.
You are eligible to work in Poland without any visa/work permit sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications:
You have a core knowledge of at least one of these technologies: Routing, Switching, Datacenter, Security, Virtualization, Collaboration, Wireless, Software or Network programmability & automation.
Knowledge of adjacent technologies, holding Cisco Certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, DEVASC) or other industry recognized certifications is a plus.
You have practical experience using AI tools in your daily work and can demonstrate practical use cases from your professional or academic experience
Leverage good communication, consulting and customer relationship skills to build productive collaborations.
At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Skills Required
- Enrolled student in Networking, IT, Computer Science or related Engineering degree (must be a student for duration of internship)
- Equivalent IT experience, bootcamp or certification course accepted in lieu of degree
- Fluent English (verbal and written)
- Basic understanding of networking, software, information technology or computer science
- Eligible to work in Poland without visa/work permit sponsorship
- Core knowledge of at least one: Routing, Switching, Datacenter, Security, Virtualization, Collaboration, Wireless, Software or Network programmability & automation
- Holding Cisco Certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, DEVASC) or other industry-recognized certifications
- Practical experience using AI tools with demonstrable use cases
- Good communication, consulting and customer relationship skills
Cisco Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cisco and has not been reviewed or approved by Cisco.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, mental health support via an EAP, and access to on-site or virtual health centers indicate robust healthcare offerings. Wellness programs, fitness resources, and specialized services further reinforce coverage depth.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, a global minimum for paid parental leave, and unique programs like company-wide recharge days and paid volunteer time expand time-away options. Additional offerings such as Critical Time Off and adoption assistance add flexibility for life events.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Restricted stock units and a discounted employee stock purchase plan are meaningful elements of total compensation. The prominence of equity can materially augment overall pay packages alongside salary and bonuses.
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What We Do
Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) enables people to make powerful connections--whether in business, education, philanthropy, or creativity. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create the Internet solutions that make networks possible--providing easy access to information anywhere, at any time. Cisco was founded in 1984 by a small group of computer scientists from Stanford University. Since the company's inception, Cisco engineers have been leaders in the development of Internet Protocol (IP)-based networking technologies. Today, with more than 71,000 employees worldwide, this tradition of innovation continues with industry-leading products and solutions in the company's core development areas of routing and switching, as well as in advanced technologies such as home networking, IP telephony, optical networking, security, storage area networking, and wireless technology. In addition to its products, Cisco provides a broad range of service offerings, including technical support and advanced services. Cisco sells its products and services, both directly through its own sales force as well as through its channel partners, to large enterprises, commercial businesses, service providers, and consumers.
