Software Engineer – Network/Embedded/Application Development (Summer Internship)

Cisco is hiring for the role of Software Engineer – Network/Embedded/Application Development Summer Intern!

Responsibilities of the Intern:

• Develop, test, and refine the software that forms the backbone of our platforms—from networking protocols and embedded systems to scalable cloud applications.
• Influence technical decisions.
• Optimize system designs.
• Use AI-assisted workflows to streamline development.
• Take ownership of your projects.
• Adapt to evolving challenges.
• Deliver high-quality, secure, and privacy-focused code.
• Develop next-generation networking protocols.
• Improve network performance and scalability.

Requirements

• Core CS: Strong grasp of Data Structures and Algorithms.
• Networking: Academic foundation in TCP/IP, routing, and switching. Experience with network simulation tools (e.g., Cisco Packet Tracer, GNS3) or Wireshark is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in C or C++ with experience in multi-threading and socket programming.
• Security: Understanding of modern security frameworks, including firewalls, Zero Trust architecture, and encryption protocols (e.g., TLS).
• AI Tooling: Ability to use AI coding assistants (e.g., Claude, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate development and automate testing.
• Master's degree in Computer Science/Electronics (0 years of experience).