PROPEL Associate Project Specialist (Full Time) United States

Cisco•Rtp, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The PROPEL program is a 12-month professional development experience designed to equip recent graduates with the essential skills, training, and experience needed to succeed at Cisco. It provides a supportive environment where you will learn how Cisco powers the internet and connects people, devices, and systems around the world. You will spend your first six weeks in immersive onboarding training, followed by two 6-month rotations (the first rotation will be a quota-carrying rotation) within the Recurring Revenue Acceleration organization. Through these roles, you will gain hands-on experience and work alongside expert teams to support our customers. By the end of your first year, your performance and the connections you build will help pave the way for a transition into a full-time role within the organization. As a member of the PROPEL cohort, you will join a dynamic community of early-career talent dedicated to accelerating growth and driving innovation within Cisco’s Recurring Revenue Acceleration (RRA) organization. You will collaborate with a diverse group of associates, mentors, and senior leaders who are passionate about the LAER (Land, Adopt, Expand, Renew) model. By participating in associate-led committees and cross-functional rotations, you will work alongside teams like Renewals, Strategy & Planning, and Services Acceleration, gaining firsthand experience in the tools and technologies that power Cisco’s customer success organization. Each associate will complete their first rotation in a Renewals Manager or Renewals Specialist role (quota-carrying); the second rotation can be either quota-carrying or non (Go to Market, Strategy, Enablement, Operations, etc.). In the PROPEL program, you will directly influence Cisco’s recurring revenue success by transforming technical knowledge into actionable business outcomes. Leveraging your ability to learn quickly and adapt, you will support the full renewal lifecycle—from identifying upsell opportunities and analyzing data to streamlining processes through AI-driven insights. Your efforts will help us bridge the gap between sales and delivery, ensuring our partners and customers receive seamless support. By proactively engaging with your cohort, building internal networks, and championing innovation, you will play a key role in optimizing the tools and strategies that keep Cisco at the forefront of the industry.

Requirements

Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or relevant degree program (e.g., Associates, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program + 1 year of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 2 years of relevant experience) or Bachelors + 0 years of relevant experience.
Relevant fields include: Business, Supply Chain, Communications, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, etc.
Able to legally live and work in the country for which you’re applying, without visa support or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Business Operations Interest: A genuine curiosity regarding the business and operational side of the technology sector, with an eagerness to understand how internal processes drive market success.
Adaptability: The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-evolving work environment, where priorities may shift and new challenges frequently emerge.
Proactive Learning: Intellectual curiosity and a self-starting mindset, with the capacity to learn new concepts quickly and work with a high degree of independence.
Analytical Mindset: A results-oriented approach to tasks, with a focus on leveraging data to inform decisions and achieve organizational objectives.
Collaborative Communication: Strong interpersonal skills that allow you to communicate effectively across diverse teams and act as a constructive problem-solver in group settings.
Self-Starter: Proven track record of initiating and leading projects, such as starting organizations, conferences, competitions, or publications, showcasing entrepreneurial spirit and initiative.
Leadership Experience: Demonstrated leadership abilities through roles in student organizations, or significant involvement in extracurricular activities.

Responsibilities

Gain hands-on experience and work alongside expert teams to support customers.
Support the full renewal lifecycle—from identifying upsell opportunities and analyzing data to streamlining processes through AI-driven insights.
Bridge the gap between sales and delivery, ensuring partners and customers receive seamless support.
Proactively engage with your cohort, build internal networks, and champion innovation.
Complete first rotation in a Renewals Manager or Renewals Specialist role (quota-carrying).
Complete second rotation in a new area to broaden skills and organizational impact in RRA (quota-carrying or non-quota-carrying).

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
grants of Cisco restricted stock units
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (for non-exempt employees)
flexible vacation time off program (for exempt employees)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary (for sales roles)