Relaunch your tech career with confidence
Deciding to re-enter the workforce after an extended career break can be both exciting and daunting. At Cognizant, we believe that stepping away to pursue other important life callings helps you emerge stronger with a renewed sense of purpose.
Our Returnship Program offers a 3-month paid experience for technology professionals who:
- Bring 2+ years of prior professional working experience
- Have taken a minimum 12-months career break
This program is offered based on business demand and specific role requirements may differ. Please submit your profile to be matched with suitable Returnship opportunities as they become available:
Why join our Returnship Program?
Personalized learning paths
We design structured learning paths for each cohort, helping you re-enter the workforce with relevant, in-demand skills.
Real-world experience
Through job shadowing and real-time client projects, you’ll work with the latest technologies and grow your skills every step of the way.
Supportive mentors
You’ll be paired with a Cognizant mentor who’s there to support your growth, answer your questions and help you thrive.
Pathways to employment
Our goal is to match you with client projects that align with your skills and career goals, initiating your journey back as a professional.
From career break to impact
Meet Sampoorna, a young mother whose journey takes her from restarting her career through the Returnship Program to leading a team that creates intuitive mobile solutions.
After 18 years in IT, I took a career break to support my daughter with her board exams. Through this program, I was able to refresh my skills and put them into practice through real-time projects. I’m glad to have found a team that helps me thrive!