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Network Engineering and Infrastructure I (Intern) - United States

Cisco Systems, Inc.

7025 Kit Creek Road (Show on map)
Jan 17, 2026
Please 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. Meet the Team Join a dynamic and diverse group of network engineering professionals dedicated to designing, building, and maintaining cutting-edge network infrastructure. Our team collaborates closely to ensure reliable connectivity, optimize network performance, and integrate innovative technologies. We foster a culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and technical excellence, supporting each other to solve complex challenges and drive the future of network infrastructure. Your Impact As a Network Engineering and Infrastructure Intern at Cisco, you will support the network engineering team in building, automating, monitoring, and optimizing both physical and wireless network infrastructure. This internship provides hands-on experience with Cisco technologies, network automation, and operational best practices, contributing to ensuring network connectivity and performance. Assist in maintaining and monitoring network infrastructure components such as switches, routers, access points, and controllers. Participate in automating routine network tasks using tools and languages like Python, Ansible, or Terraform. Help collect and analyze network performance data to identify issues and improvement opportunities. Support the configuration and deployment of network devices and sensors to ensure coverage and service quality. Document network configurations, procedures, and changes to maintain accurate records. Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to troubleshoot technical problems and implement solutions. Learn and apply Cisco's network security and compliance practices. Engage in training sessions and workshops for continuous technical development. Minimum Qualifications Currently pursuing a degree in Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related fields. Basic understanding of computer networks, protocols, and IT infrastructure. Interest in network automation and emerging technologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication and teamwork abilities, coupled with eagerness to learn and grow in a dynamic, technology-driven environment. Able to legally live and work in the country for which you are applying, without visa support or sponsorship. Why Cisco? 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.