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Expected programme start: October 2026

Expected programme end: February 2027

Average weekly time commitment: 8-10 hours

Locations: We are looking for applicants mostly from Poland & Portugal, but open as well for other EU countries (virtual delivery of the program).

We are looking for people who have a passion for technology, motivation to learn more and grow IT Networking skills, and an interest in working with top professionals in Poland or Portugal after program completion.

Meet the Team

Cisco - the leader in Networking - wants to build new bridges with young enthusiasts and professionals. We built the Incubator Program to help you grow and develop towards a successful career in the IT Networking industry. We are fully committed to providing you with extensive training and even certifications as well as an outstanding experience of an international community of people just like you who want to grow professionally.

Your Impact

You will learn about Cisco technologies from our top engineers, through a series of virtual live webinars. You will get CCNA training and the possibility to get certified for free to grow your networking knowledge. Optionally you can get to know Python & learn Dev Net.

But that’s not all! To be successful in the IT industry, one needs crucial business and soft skills and that’s also part of the Incubator. We will give you the platform to do all of that with a group of 50+ people from all over Europe, gaining new friends and professional relationships.

On the program you will get:

• Engaging courses, online content, tools

• Experts delivering content virtually

• Lab experience working collaboratively and individually

• Preparation for industry-recognized certifications

• Pathways to higher education and career opportunities

• Access to career tools, and social networking

• Critical 21st century soft & technical skills

• … and a lot of fun 😊

• What’s more, the possibility of being hired into one of our client-facing early in career roles!

How does it work?

Most Incubator sessions take place in the afternoons, specifically between 3-6 pm CET, typically running from Mondays through Thursdays. Attendance at 50% of these sessions is required, although the majority are recorded for those unable to attend live.

Our minimum qualifications

• Recent school leaver or graduate or finishing your degree or related program (e.g. bootcamp) by 2028; or a career changer looking to work in the IT Networking industry.

• Keen interest to work in the IT field demonstrated by relevant STEM study background, self-learning or work experience.

• You speak English at a business level.

• You have the right to work in Poland or Portugal upon successful completion of the program.

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.