What You’ll Do
Within the LIFT Program experience, you will have the opportunity to:
- Rotate through 4 different areas of Cisco Finance to gain exposure and make an impact. The specific type of work varies based on which finance organization you’ll be placed into. Types of roles can include Financial Planning & Analysis, Managing Operating Expenses, Commercial Finance, Accounting, and more!
- Craft new and dynamic business models and come up with profitable strategies
- Transform data into actionable insights to address business challenges
- Learn and develop the business insight and skills vital to becoming a future finance leader
- Collaborate and interact with finance leaders, dynamic cross-functional teams, and rising professionals
- Attend various events throughout your experience with LIFT that will expand your professional network and career development.
Who You Are
- You have a passion for finance, leadership and technology
- You are open-minded and willing to take constructive feedback to improve
- Your communication skills are outstanding, and you consistently take the lead in conversations.
- You are comfortable navigating fast-paced and evolving environments
- You are current with business and industry trends
Minimum Qualifications
- Recent university graduate or in your final year of studies with a focus in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or other business-related degree path or academic certification; equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree.
- Proficient in English
- 0-2 years of experience in finance
- Available to start as part of a cohort on August 5, 2025 as a full-time employee
- Able to legally live and work in Poland without visa support or sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications
- Skilled in finance principles and highly proficient in Excel.
- Excellent presentation skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit.
- Current involvement in varied college experiences:
- Leadership roles in student organizations or clubs
- Active participation in sports or extracurricular activities
- Experience studying abroad
- Balancing a job (part-time or full-time) while attending school
Selection Process
- 1st stage: Our recruiting team reviews submitted resumes at the end of January 2025
- 2nd stage: Phone conversation with a recruiter – planned for February 2025
- Final stage: Cisco Day – This event will take place in March 2025 and will allow invited candidates to learn more about Cisco and participate in our 3-round interview process
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