Hardware Engineer II Intern

Cisco

. Assist with the design and validation of a server subsystem .

Posted 9/22/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $44,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates capabilities in Hardware Engineering, including design and validation of server subsystems, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams. Proficient in creating functional specifications and technical documentation, with a strong emphasis on communication skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Hardware EngineeringTest Script Creation in PythonHardware ValidationCollaboration with Cross-Functional TeamsCadence Concept and Allegro Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Test Script CreationHardware ValidationFunctional Specification DevelopmentTechnical DocumentationPython Programming

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

OscilloscopeLogic AnalyzerSpectrum AnalyzerCadence ConceptAllegro

Industry Keywords

Server Subsystem DesignFunctional SpecificationsCross-Functional TeamsTeam Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with the design and validation of a server subsystem
Ensure designs meet functional specifications
Work independently on assigned tasks
Participate as a team member to deliver quality products on time
Participate in cross-functional meetings and teams
Help create functional specifications and technical documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program (Associate's or Bachelor's) with 2 years of work experience, or a Master’s degree program with 0 years of work experience
Qualifying education and work experience in Hardware Engineering or a related field
Expected to continue enrollment in the degree program after completing the internship
Experience creating test scripts in Python
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams
Preferred: experience in hardware validation using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers
Preferred: familiarity with Cadence Concept and Allegro
Preferred: excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Potential Cisco restricted stock unit grants, subject to eligibility and continued employment
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Paid birthday day off
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid personal wellness days
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies