CDE - Intern at Cognizant in Dallas, Texas

Job Description:

CDE Intern

As an Undergraduate Intern, you will have the opportunity to work on complex emerging technologies for some of the world’s leading companies. You will build technical and professional skills through robust training sessions with technology professionals across North America. We also provide career counseling and mentoring where you will connect with our leaders and build your network. Throughout your first two years at Cognizant, we will closely monitor your progress and offer coaching, training and support to help you achieve your long-term career goals at Cognizant.

The Cognizant internship will help you gain the following qualifications:

• Full-stack development experience (using frameworks such as React, AngularJS or NodeJS)


• Hands-on experience with object-oriented programming languages (C/C#, Python, Scala or Java)


• Knowledge of Cloud based architecture (for example: GCP or AWS or Azure)


• Knowledge of DevOps


• Exposure to Agile development methodologies


• Understanding of TDD practices and experience with Unit Testing

Once you have successfully completed the internship program and join full-time, your responsibilities will include:

• Working in a diverse, experienced, agile team to define requirements and develop end-to-end solutions.


• Full DevOps implementation of production-ready code from inception through delivery and production readiness.


• Practicing the Agile methodology of software delivery.


• Developing, coding, unit testing, and debugging new highly complex software solutions or enhancements to existing software. Analyze, debug and/or assist in problem solving.

Successful candidates should possess the following qualifications:

Enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program, currently pursuing a computer science, information technology or similar degree.

• Strong interest in learning new technologies


• Commitment to launching a career in the tech industry


• Strong problem solving and analytical skills


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Ability to work collaboratively with global project teams


• 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.

* Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer provider and committed to creating a diverse environment. Cognizant considers all applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital and family status, disabilities, sexual orientation or preference, veteran status or any other classification protected by state, federal, or local law.