Cognizant First-year Explorer Program
Location: Virtual
Date: Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
About Us:
Cognizant helps companies modernize technology, reinvent processes, and transform experiences, so they stay ahead in a constantly evolving world. Our First-year Explorer Program is designed to provide hard-working and motivated first-years with exposure to the corporate world, gain valuable skills, and learn more about Cognizant!
Program Overview:
As a participant in the Cognizant First-year Explorer Program, you will be a vital part of our dynamic team. This program is specifically tailored for first-year students who are eager to learn and ready to kick off their professional career. You will have the chance to network, establish relationships and develop skills that will set the foundation for your future career.
Event Agenda:
- Explore Cognizant Affinity Groups and how our associates benefit from these employee resource groups.
- Learn professional networking skills through workshops where you will practice good communication, etiquette, presenting yourself professionally, and interacting personably.
- Participate in resume writing and cover letter reviews with members of our campus recruitment team.
- Create a strong personal brand that has the power to build your reputation and help successfully drive your career.
Qualifications:
- Current first-year status at an accredited college or university.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to a corporate environment.
- Proven leadership skills.
Eligibility:
- To apply, students must be in the first year of a two-year community college or a four-year BA/BS program, in business or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) at an accredited university or college in the United States for the 2024-2025 academic year.
- Permanent US work authorization is required.
Benefits:
- Access to Cognizant’s resources, networks, and events.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Exposure to a variety of career paths within the organization.
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Resume
Application Deadline: June 15th, 2025
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
Disclaimer:
Compensation 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.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.