
An interactive experience of discovery
Cognizant’s Leadership Summit brings together some of the best, brightest and most diverse second year students from across North America.
At this one-day virtual event, you’ll explore career possibilities at Cognizant that are yours to build, get an insider’s look into our culture and meet our business leaders, former interns and recruiters. The best part: you’ll get first access to application links as they become available!
Are you ready to get started?
- When: Summer 2025 (specific date TBD)
- Where: Virtual
Applications for our 2025 Cognizant Leadership Summit are set to open in spring 2025. Please sign up for our emerging talent email updates to be notified about the next session.

Why you’ll love our Leadership Summit
- Connect with recruiters and learn about applying to Cognizant
- Meet Cognizant leaders and former interns across our organization
- Get first access to application links for our job openings after the summit
Who we’re looking for

Who is eligible to apply?
Students in their second year of a four-year BA/BS program at an accredited school in USA during the 2024-2025 academic year.
Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program, including computer science, business, marketing, information technology or similar.
Graduating between December 2026 and June 2027.
Permanent work authorization in USA.

We’d love to hear from you if:
You have an interest in launching a career in technology or consulting
You are focused on developing communication and collaboration skills
You have a growth mindset and curiosity about learning innovative technologies and methodologies
Students who identify with a historically underrepresented group in the technology industry are encouraged to apply. This includes but is not limited to Black, Hispanic and Latinx, Indigenous, students with disabilities, women and veterans.