Ciena
Data Science/Analyst Intern
2nd Year, 3rd Year
Summer 2026
Data & AI
Overview
Ciena's summer internship programme offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience in various departments, including data science. Interns are typically integrated into ongoing projects, contributing to solutions and learning about the company's operations. The programme aims to develop participants' technical skills and professional acumen within a corporate environment.
Ciena is a global leader in high-speed optical networking systems and software, founded in 1992 and headquartered in Hanover, Maryland.
Opens: 23 Mar 2026
Ciena internships are typically 10-12 weeks long during the summer, usually held in person at Ciena's UK offices. Specific weekly hours are full-time, Monday to Friday.
Ciena offers competitive salaries for its interns, though specific figures are not publicly disclosed. Interns are paid employees and not volunteers.
Applicants are typically university students pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics. Candidates are usually in their second or third year of study and must have the right to work in the UK.
The application process generally involves submitting a CV and cover letter online. Successful candidates may then be invited for online assessments, followed by one or more rounds of interviews, which could include technical and behavioural questions.
Ciena is a well-established global technology company, making its internships competitive. The cohort size varies by department and location, but positions are highly sought after.
A Ciena data science internship provides valuable industry experience at a leading networking technology company. It allows students to apply academic knowledge to real-world problems, enhance their technical and professional skills, and build a strong network for future career opportunities in data science or related fields.
Heads up
Dates can shift each year. Always confirm the live deadline on the provider's own page before you apply.