Launch your career as an innovator
Build the foundation for your success in the direction you want to grow
- Opportunities for students
- Opportunities for new graduates
Opportunities for students
Opportunities for new graduates
Take the first step on your career journey. Set yourself up for success by joining our community of innovators, with new graduate roles designed to provide you with hands-on experience, challenging projects, and professional development.
Our engineering graduates work on real projects in state-of-the-art labs. We have multiple opportunities within R&D Engineering, Sales, Services and Support, Supply Chain, and IT.
Our process
Here’s what to expect on your path to an internship or new graduate opportunity with Ciena.
Step 1
Find your opportunity
Find your opportunity
Search open opportunities for students and new grads and find your best fit. Meet us on campus—check with your school for more information—or follow us on social media to stay connected.
Step 2
Introduce yourself
Introduce yourself
Submit your application and tell us why you’d be a great addition to the team. Note: If your school requires a different application process, follow their instructions.
Step 3
Meet the team
Meet the team
You’ll have one or more interviews with your future colleagues, sometimes including a technical interview to show your skills in practice.
Step 4
Find your place
Find your place
If selected, you’ll get an offer and work with our recruiters to match your experience, passions, and career ambitions with the right opportunity.
Grow your career with us
Experience a culture of continual growth. Access education, peer support, on-the-job training, and more to help your career flourish.
Sales Development ProgramBuild a strong foundation for your career in sales with our immersive two-year development program for new grads.
Build a strong foundation for your career in sales with our immersive two-year development program for new grads.
MentorshipAccelerate your career by connecting with colleagues in our mentorship program.
Accelerate your career by connecting with colleagues in our mentorship program.
On-the-job trainingLearn directly from Ciena experts through exclusive virtual and in-person training on insider knowledge and essential industry skills.
Learn directly from Ciena experts through exclusive virtual and in-person training on insider knowledge and essential industry skills.
Next at CienaJoin the Next at Ciena employee resource group (ERG) to connect, develop your professional skills, and build your network.
Join the Next at Ciena employee resource group (ERG) to connect, develop your professional skills, and build your network.
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