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Fusion: Your career launchpad

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Ready to level up your career?

Just as scientists mix elements to ignite a powerful fusion reaction, so too do our Fusion interns—combining their skills with our global reach to make a lasting impact.

As a Fusion intern, you’ll join one of our technology, consulting or corporate teams* for nine weeks, starting in June 2025. Each internship offers a unique experience, but one thing is for certain: you’ll work on real-world projects with colleagues that are truly invested in your success.

 *Our recruiters will review your application and match you with a team that fits your skills and experience

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Frequently asked questions

  • Students in their third year of a full-time bachelor’s degree program or in their first year of a full-time master’s or MBA degree program at an accredited school during the 2024 – 2025 academic year
  • Enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or MBA degree program, including computer science, business, marketing, information technology or similar
  • Graduating between December 2025 and June 2026
  • Permanent work authorization

  • You have an interest in launching a career in technology, consulting, and business.
  • You can self-motivate within set timelines.
  • 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.

You will have the chance to apply for an open Cognizant full-time role at the program's completion with potential start dates aligned with graduation dates.

Every intern will be given a Cognizant-issued laptop for the internship.

Our campus recruiters share their experience

About us 

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we help our clients get ahead—and stay ahead—in today’s fast-changing technology landscape. Our work spans the entire breadth and life cycle of digital transformation from consulting through to technology delivery. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and enjoy working at the intersection of technology and consulting, we see you in the future we’re building together.