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6 Reasons for Doing an Internship at Cisco
Blog post written by Cisco intern Riley Nickels. Even during the last week of my internship, the idea of being at Cisco still excites me! Sure, I’m well settled into my daily role and the company’s culture – with the offices now feeling like a second home. So why the continued excitement – even as w…
Mission Moments: From the Navy to Cisco, a Story of Still Serving
In honor of Veterans Day, we’ve asked veteran Naval Officer Tina Swallow, a current Cisco leader, to share her story of service in both the U.S. Navy and in the private sector. A long line of Naval service continues I was born in Newport, Rhode Island when my father was studying at the Naval War Co…
Escaping Poverty through Education – Leading at Cisco
Growing up in the South Bronx, NY – I didn’t have access to the Internet, cable TV, or even a telephone. After school most days, I took the long way home to avoid the drug dealers, gangs, and addicts. During summer and winter breaks, my aunt took me and my cousins to the free lunch program at a near…
Question the Limit of your Opportunity
I joined Cisco one year ago in the summer of 2017 as a New Grad Software Engineer. And when I did, people often gave me the same piece of advice: “Take advantage of working at a large established company, you’ll never get better opportunities to grow in your career than this.” This advice really res…
How Cisco’s Technology Helps to Build Communities
Technology often gets pegged as an “isolator” – accused of taking people away from the world around them. However, what many miss is that technology is also a connector – connecting us deeply to people, places, and ideas around the world. At Cisco, we find community builders on every step of our jou…
Life as Cisco’s Chief Stroopwafel Officer
Sometimes the biggest impact comes from the simplest, sweetest offer. How does one become Chief Stroopwafel Officer at Cisco? For me, it was a position I already owned. My mentors have always taught me that my personal brand is important, so that when people see me and meet me – they will have some…
4 Ways Cisco Brings Out the Complete You!
I have always believed in a well-rounded personality and tried to take on roles that helped me get there. From representing Cisco at the annual Continuous Deployment Summit to hosting world renowned speakers and celebrities, Cisco has provided me the opportunities to bring my full self to work and g…
Got a Cisco Intern Interview? Here’s How to Nail It!
This post was authored by Cisco Intern Giacomo Persaresi. After preparing your resume and ensuring you put your best foot forward, there may be nothing more nerve wracking than clicking the “send” button on your application and…waiting. Well, until you hear back, of course, and learn you’ve landed a…
Back to Business: How Cisco Employees Are Supporting Each Other As They Return to Work
We all face challenges in life, and some of those challenges – from caring for our families to an illness or loss in the family – take us away from work. It’s understandable as we need to dedicate time to healing and bonding, and I feel very lucky that Cisco supports its employees through these tran…