Software Engineer Intern, Collaboration Tools and Experience team - Placement Year, UK

Cisco Systems, Inc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a software engineering intern in Feltham operating in a hybrid setup. You will join the IT Workforce Collaboration team to learn across automation, collaboration tools, and smart building tech, bridging frontend and backend work with guidance from experienced engineers.

The role emphasizes learning and gradual integration as a full member, with exposure to AI-powered features, containerization, CI/CD, and cloud-native deployments in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Penultimate-year student in CS/Math/IT or related field.
• Interest in technology and programming.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Designing systems with a security-first mindset for hybrid work environments.
• Developing user interfaces using TypeScript and React.
• Building backend services with Golang and Python (FastAPI/Django).
• Managing data with MongoDB and PostgreSQL.
• Handling asynchronous processing with Celery and Temporal.
• Creating Docker containers via CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions).
• Deploying apps to on-prem and cloud Kubernetes clusters (GKE) using ArgoCD.
• Leveraging AI to enhance user experience and tools.
• Collaborating using GitHub and Agile (Kanban/Scrum).
• Maintaining and improving tooling for security and reliability.
• Presenting work to team and stakeholders.

Skills

Programming

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Penultimate-year CS/Math/IT student

Work eligibility in UK

Tools

TypeScript

React

Golang

Python

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub Actions

CI/CD

Job description

Location: Feltham, following a hybrid work approach (minimum 1-2 days/week in the office)

We are looking for a software engineering intern to join us at an exciting and transformational time. This role provides opportunities to gain experience working with the latest technology cutting across various automations, collaboration tools, and smart building technology. You will be learning from bright minds in one of the world’s leading IT companies, leveraging AI and helping us build solutions that will take us to our next level of hybrid working.

Meet the Team

The IT Workforce Collaboration (ITWC) organization’s vision is to create a world-renowned and engaging workplace experience, leading with human-centered design, that enables people to do their best work. We are passionate about our employees, and we are driven to create a productive environment where we can all bring our whole self to work!

This role is part of the Collaboration Tools and Experience team within ITWC, which has a range of stakeholders within Cisco. We build, maintain and enhance automation solutions for Cisco’s engineers, as well as improve how employees collaborate with each other in a hybrid world.

Interns and graduates allocate 10-20% of their time towards ‘ConnectIT’, providing the opportunity to give back to the community, spread the word about technology and careers to students/young adults, and build a strong community within IT. We organize many volunteering, social, charity and STEM events such as ‘The World of Tech Day’ and volunteering with Separated Child.

Your Impact

The team operates full stack, from infrastructure to user interface and maintenance. Please note that knowledge of the technologies listed below is beneficial but not required. Responsibilities of the team include:

• Designing systems with a security first mindset that enhance collaboration in hybrid work environments.
• Developing user interfaces using TypeScript and React.
• Building backend services primarily using Golang and Python, utilizing various frameworks such as FastAPI and Django.
• Managing data storage with MongoDB and PostgreSQL.
• Handling asynchronous processing with technologies such as Celery and Temporal.
• Creating Docker containers via CI/CD pipelines powered by GitHub Actions.
• Deploying applications to both on-premise and cloud-based Kubernetes clusters (GKE) using ArgoCD.
• Leveraging AI to enhance user experience and assist in developing our tools.
• Collaborating effectively by sharing resources on platforms like GitHub.
• Following Agile delivery methodologies, including Kanban and Scrum
• Maintaining and improving tools and processes to enhance security, reliability, and overall quality of infrastructure, tools, and code.
• Presenting our work to team members and stakeholders.

At the start of your internship, we’ll be focusing on helping you bridge any knowledge gaps, and your tasks will be chosen to support your learning needs. As you progress, we’ll rely on you more as a full member of the team working to deliver high-quality software.

Minimum Qualifications

• A penultimate-year student studying for a degree that is primarily focused on Computer Science, Maths, Information Technology or Scientific study.
• Able to demonstrable interest in technology and programming.
• Able to legally live and work in the country for which you’re applying.

Preferred Qualifications

• A team player that can work well in small and large groups.
• Good at written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• A driven individual who enjoys learning new things and is willing to invest time in learning and developing your skills.
• Existing software development knowledge and experience are an advantage but are not essential.