Embedded Systems Engineer Intern — C & Linux

Cisco Systems, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. invites interns to join the Product Internship Program for a 12-week summer experience. You will work directly on products, platforms, and architectures shaping Cisco's AI-era future, embedding in high-impact teams, and collaborating with leaders across the organization.

The program emphasizes building technical skills, confidence, and collaboration while contributing to real-world challenges and Cisco's infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C with embedded Linux experience demonstrated via projects.
• Experience with Python, Bash or Jenkins for scripting/automation.
• Exposure to DevSecOps workflows or security-focused development practices.

Responsibilities

• Dive into C and embedded Linux to build low-level software for Cisco's infrastructure.
• Automate workflows and strengthen security using Python and Bash.
• Contribute to OS/networking fundamentals and operate within high-impact teams.

Skills

C

Embedded Linux

Python

Bash

Networking fundamentals

Automation tooling

Education

Undergraduate degree (Associate/Bachelor) with 2 years experience

Master's degree program with 0 years experience

Tools

Jenkins

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. invites interns to join the Product Internship Program for a 12-week summer experience. You will work directly on products, platforms, and architectures shaping Cisco's AI-era future, embedding in high-impact teams, and collaborating with leaders across the organization.

The program emphasizes building technical skills, confidence, and collaboration while contributing to real-world challenges and Cisco's infrastructure.