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Cognizant Graduate Program 2026

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The graduate will embark on our fit for purpose 12-month graduate program ensuring that our associate develop their fundamental skill set to meet our deliverables. Whether you pursue the technical or consulting curriculum, you will work in tandem with experienced mentors on real projects that help leading-edge companies sharpen their edge and increase their lead.

For starters, you won’t be rotating across the business. You will be enrolled into one of our businesses directly upon onboarding with us based on your interest and capabilities. This assignment also means that you can immediately build your niche skills and business-specific tools that will help you face future challenges.

We are looking for undergraduates finishing their studies to join one of these respective business units:

  • Quality Engineering & Assurance
  • Application Development & Management
  • Artificial Intelligence & Analytics

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering or similar disciplines.
  • Good understanding of software testing/development, implementation lifecycle and hands-on programming experience would be advantageous.
  • Passionate about digital world, designing and building for the people who work or live in it.
  • Thrive in a dynamic environment and project based working environment.
  • Positive attitude and eager to make a difference.
  • Keen interest to pursue a long-term career in the challenging Information Technology arena.

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 (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

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.

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.

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