Project Specialist I (Intern) United States

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. Applications are accepted until further notice. This role may be eligible for remote work in the United States depending on business needs and hiring manager approval Meet the Team Project management has never been more vital to our organization. You'll play an integral role in the business tying project outcomes to business goals, resulting in better market positioning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and strive for business efficiency. You will be involved in the definition, planning, management, and deliverables of various projects. Your Impact The successful candidate will leverage project management skills and methodologies to drive long-term business improvements and strategic initiatives. This role will support all phases of the project lifecycle, including conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses, forecasting market trends, and identifying risks and opportunities to enable innovation and operational excellence. The candidate will identify process gaps, develop and execute implementation plans, and strengthen change management practices. In collaboration with cross-functional partners, this role will deliver innovative solutions that optimize processes, policies, protocols, and tools to achieve the best cost, quality, and delivery outcomes for Cisco products. You show strong communication and collaboration skills with a real passion for solving problems You have excellent organization and time management skills You are process oriented with drive to simplify/improve process You possess effective time-management skills and the ability to prioritize work assignments Minimum Qualifications Currently enrolled in a certification program (e.g., Boot Camp, Apprenticeship, Community College), or currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program. Relevant fields include: Business, Supply Chain, Communications, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or a related program or other academic certification. Possess a solid foundational understanding of project management fundamentals and methodologies. Able to legally live and work in the country for which you’re applying, without visa support or sponsorship. ProductIntern26 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. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Ple ... (truncated, view full listing at source)