Position Overview
Through Fusion – Cognizant’s Internship Program, you will work alongside experienced associates on complex and emerging technology projects for Cognizant clients and internal partners. Depending on your background and Cognizant business needs, we will align you to a service line or industry area; allowing you to enhance your core competency skills and grow your career. Potential assignments could involve any combination of application development, maintenance, testing, business requirements gathering and analysis or project management.
Our internship opportunities could align with the following areas:
· Application Services
· Automation
· Business Process Services
· Corporate Security
· Data & Artificial Intelligence
· Enterprise Platforms
· Healthcare
· Internet of Things
· Life Sciences
· Machine Learning
· Quality Assurance
· Software Engineering
During the internship, you will receive mentorship and support to ensure your success on the project. Fusion delivers constant learning opportunities such as lunch and learns, industry spotlights and leadership engagement. Exciting social activities are planned throughout the internship to provide opportunities to network with Cognizant professionals and others in your intern cohort.
Qualifications
· Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program, pursuing a degree in STEM (Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering, etc.), or equivalent degree programs
· Candidates are eligible for internships 6 to 12 months from their final graduation date
· Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
· Excellent written and verbal communication
· Proven capabilities in teamwork and leadership
· A strong interest in technology and digital modernization
· Self-motivated, strong work ethic with a dedication to client service excellence
· Ability to work as part of a cross-cultural team, including flexibility to support multiple time zones when necessary
· Proven Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Location and Onsite Requirements
Interns will be assigned to a Cognizant office in one of the following locations:
· Atlanta, Georgia
· Chicago, Illinois
· Englewood, Colorado
· Mesa, Arizona
· Plano, Texas
· Teaneck, New Jersey
Interns are expected to work onsite at their assigned office location up to five days per week. Relocation assistance is not available for this program.
All interns must travel to Denver, Colorado for onboarding and initial training during the first week of the internship. Cognizant will provide all travel, lodging, and approved expenses for this portion of the program.
Start Date
The internship will last 9 weeks, starting in June 2026.
Hourly Rate and Other Compensation
The hourly rate for this position is $25.00 per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Disclaimer
The hourly rate, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Work Authorization
Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT/OPT program) for this role.
Why Choose Us?
Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate’s diverse backgrounds offer varied perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
