Software Development Intern (Cracow, Poland)

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Location: Krakow, Poland

Start date: Autumn 2026

Duration of the internship: 1 year, following Cisco’s hybrid work policy.

Full time or part-time internship - with minimum 24h/week availability.

Applications are accepted until further notice.

Meet the team

Our hardworking team members are busy programming magic across the globe on teams such as Engineering, Information Technology, Supply Chain, Customer Experience, Security and Trust, etc.

You would play a crucial role in driving next-gen software innovations including cloud, desktop or security spaces. On any of these teams, you'll get hands-on experience working with applications that make technology accessible no matter what device they’re on. See the possibilities when creativity meets design and build solutions which will transform how we work, live, learn, and play

Your Impact

Are you in your final year of university and passionate about building software that solves real-world problems? We’re looking for talented and motivated interns to join our development team.

This internship is an opportunity to work alongside experienced developers, contribute to real projects, and accelerate your career in software development.

Key Responsibilities

Develops software and tools in support of design, infrastructure, and technology platforms, including applications, operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases, cloud-based and Internet-related tools. Scales systems sustainably through mechanisms like automation, and evolves systems to improve reliability, supportability, and velocity.

Minimum qualifications

• Penultimate or final-year students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (must keep student status during the internship)
• You are fluent in English both written and verbal
• Individuals eager to grow their technical skills through hands-on experience
• Those who are proactive, curious, and excited to work on impactful projects
• You are able to live and work in Poland with no additional VISA sponsorship from Cisco.

Preferred qualifications

• Strong programming foundation in Python and/or TypeScript
• Sharp logical thinking and a natural drive for problem solving
• Fast learners who can adapt quickly to new tools, concepts, and challenges
• Familiarity with Git and GitHub for version control and collaboration
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to thrive in a high-demand, fast-paced environment

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.