Job Description

Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens.

Program Duration: 12 months

Location: Cisco Systems Philippines, Taguig City

Meet the Team

Cisco seeks a Solutions Engineer Intern to work within the Cisco pre-sales team, based in Taguig, Philippines. The Intern will work closely with the Philippines SP SE team to learn the latest Cisco technologies in the domains of AI, Automation, and Enterprise Networking.

Your Impact

The engagement includes setting up a lab testbed and supporting customer proof-of-concept demonstrations. This provides the intern with valuable hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of real customer requirements, helping to prepare them for a career in networking. It is both a challenging and rewarding role, best suited for a highly motivated individual.

Key Responsibilities

Gain knowledge and experience with various Cisco solutions aimed at Service Providers.
Provide support in the demonstration of Cisco technology and solutions.
Participate in customer engagements under the guidance of a local Systems Engineer.
Assist the local SE team in the delivery of a POC engagement.
Provide administrative support as needed.
Collaborate with peers and mentors.
Receive in-depth training and build skills while earning industry-leading certifications (expected to receive CCNA by the end of the intern term).

Minimum Qualifications

Currently pursuing and actively enrolled in an advanced degree or certification, including bachelor's, master's, community college, technical bootcamp, or other educational programs. Year 3 and Year 4 students are preferred.
Knowledge of adjacent technologies, holding Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) or other industry-recognized certifications, and the ability to script (Python or Java) is a plus. Holding other certificates in Data Center, Cloud, or Automation from reputable organizations is also preferred.
Good English skills for an international working environment.
Passionate about networking, information technology, or computer science.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot technical problems.
Ability to multitask, self-start, work in a fast-paced team environment, and work independently.
Willingness to take on new challenges and develop new skills.

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.