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Who We Are

Welcome Cisco Degree Apprenticeship - the largest learning development program in EMEA, having current representation in UK, Scotland, Germany, France, Portugal, Poland and Saudi Arabia with ambitious further expansion plans.

Over the course of 13 years of program excistence, 80% of graduates, who have paved their way through it, suceeded to find a job within Cisco or Partnering organizations in Tech industry.

What's in It for You?

Our degree apprenticeship offers you a unique blend of exceptional training and industry-relevant education together with full exposure at Cisco through rotations and on-the-job experience for both business and technical routes.

Network or Software Engineering, Cyber Security, Project Management, Sales – with us you can explore where your passions lie and carve out your own career pathway.

Our dedicated management team will continuously guide, mentor, and support you at every step of your journey with Cisco.

“Cisco's Degree Apprenticeship empowers me to be at the forefront of technical innovation, transforming my passion into expertise, whilst building a digital future I'm proud of ”

Zoya Lodhia, Degree Apprentice
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Frequently asked questions

What can you expect once accepted into the Apprenticeship Program?

Year 1: Induction boot camp, 3-6 months rotations, and technical foundation degree modules.

Year 2: Identify your focus, 6-12 months rotations, and degree modules linked to professional aspiration.

Year 3: Refine your skills, 6-12 months rotations, major project dissertation, and graduation.

Year 4: Align your goals to your future, 12-months rotations, endpoint assessment, and apprenticeship wrap-up.

I've submitted a job application. What is the next step?

Thanks for applying! You should have received an email confirmation that your application has been received. We encourage you to explore our @WeAreCisco social media channels where we highlight employee photos and stories about working at Cisco.

Why should I sign up for job notifications?

Signing up for job notifications is a great way to receive customized job alerts that match your skills and areas of interest. Simply tell us a little bit about yourself, and you'll be added to our data base and begin to receive job notifications within 48 hours.

As a Cisco apprentice, what will I get to do?

With a Cisco apprenticeship, you get to:

• Be involved with cutting-edge technology as it evolves and develops

• Meet hundreds of Cisco employees, build contacts, work with the best, and learn from the experts

• Partner with international brands to solve business problems and learn to sell those solutions

• And you'll create a strong community, thanks to a brilliant group of current apprentices, mentors, managers, and more – all ready to guide and advise you

What should I expect during the recruitment and interview process?

This process helps us get to know you, and for you to learn about our people, culture, and business. We'll evaluate your skills and experience against our current business needs. We'll ask you about your academic and work experience, and you can ask questions, too. Be prepared to tell about your achievements and the value you could bring to Cisco.

Where is the Apprenticeship Program located?

Currently, the Apprenticeship Program is having its current representation in UK, Scotland, Germany, France, Portugal, Poland and Saudi Arabia; however, we’re expanding further to reach larger and more diverse groups of applicants.

Stay tuned not to miss any upcoming expansion updates across EMEA.

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