Marketing Specialist I

Cisco

. Identify business issues and collaborate with intern cohorts and Cisco leadership to create project plans .

Posted 10/14/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $44,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong marketing knowledge and communication skills while collaborating effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. Capable of prioritizing tasks, problem-solving, and adapting to new challenges while contributing to business-relevant projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Marketing KnowledgeStrong Written Communication SkillsCollaboration and Influencing AbilityDetail-OrientedCreativity and Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

MarketingBusinessInternational BusinessProject PlanningDemand GenerationContent CreationDigital MarketingSocial MediaAnalytics

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal Communication SkillsCollaborationAdaptabilityResourcefulnessEagerness to Grow

Certifications & Qualifications

Undergraduate Degree ProgramApprenticeshipBoot CampCertification

Industry Keywords

Fast-Paced EnvironmentNetworking EventsVolunteeringGroup ProjectCisco TV

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify business issues and collaborate with intern cohorts and Cisco leadership to create project plans
Partner with an experienced mentor
Interact with Marketing leaders across campaigns, demand generation content, brand, product, sponsorships, partners, digital and social media, field marketing, events, operations, and insights and analytics
Complete a 10- to 12-week internship in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Develop and expand marketing and communications skills
Participate in a business-relevant group project culminating in a group readout live on Cisco TV
Build marketing knowledge and contribute to Cisco’s global marketing organization
Attend networking events, volunteering, and social activities
Complete an assignment based on educational background, skills, aspirations, and interests

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program (Associate's or Bachelor's), or an educational/workforce development program such as an Apprenticeship, Boot camp, or Certification
Qualifying education and work experience in Marketing, Business/International Business, or a related field
Expected to continue enrollment in a degree or qualifying educational/workforce development program after the internship
Demonstrated interest in marketing through volunteering, internship, coursework, or other relevant experiences
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Collaboration and influencing ability
Detail-oriented and resourceful
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Creativity and problem-solving skills
Adaptability and eagerness to grow
Passion for marketing
Multilingual skills are a plus

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
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available
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 days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program for 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 may be available for non-sales roles
Hybrid working environment
Experienced mentor
Networking events, volunteering, and social activities
Professional and personal development opportunities
Group project culminating in a live Cisco TV readout