Software Engineer, Data & AI – Intern

Cisco

. Build data pipelines and machine learning workflows using Python .

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in building data pipelines and machine learning workflows using Python, with hands-on experience in deploying models using frameworks like PyTorch or scikit-learn. Familiarity with big data tools such as Spark and Kubernetes, along with a solid understanding of scalability and reliability in data processing.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Python ProgrammingMachine Learning Model DeploymentSpark OrchestrationKubernetes ManagementData Pipeline Development

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Hard Skills

PythonMachine LearningData StructuresPyTorchScikit-learnSparkDockerHadoopFlinkAWS

Tools & Technologies

KubernetesDockerAWSAzureGoogle Cloud

Industry Keywords

Data ScienceStatisticsApplied MathematicsDistributed SystemsFault ToleranceData Consistency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsDockerHadoopKubernetesMapReducePythonPyTorchScikit-LearnSparkTensorflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build data pipelines and machine learning workflows using Python
Develop, train, and deploy machine learning models using PyTorch or scikit-learn
Orchestrate large-scale data solutions using Spark and Kubernetes
Build and scale intelligent data pipelines and distributed systems
Help ensure platforms remain performant and reliable while processing data at scale
Participate in a 12-week summer internship embedded within high-impact Cisco product teams
Collaborate directly on products, platforms, and architectures
Participate in targeted learning sessions, multifunctional networking, and engagement with organizational leaders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program (Associate's or Bachelor's)
Education in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field
Expected to continue enrollment in the degree program after completing the internship
Proficiency in Python and core data structures, demonstrated through at least one academic, personal, or professional project
Exposure to at least one ML framework: TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn
Working knowledge of at least one big data/distributed processing tool: Spark, Hadoop (MapReduce), or Flink
Hands-on experience with at least one deployment/orchestration tool: Docker or Kubernetes
Preferred: experience deploying or productionizing a trained ML model beyond coursework-level training and evaluation
Preferred: exposure to AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Preferred: understanding of at least two of scalability, reliability, fault tolerance, or data consistency
Preferred: working knowledge of at least two of load balancing, consensus algorithms, or inter-service communication

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 day off for employee’s birthday
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 for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco’s policies