Intern Hardware Engineer Interview Experience - Milan, Italy
Process
I had one online interview and then a face-to-face interview. Both were pretty simple with basic questions. I had to explain myself and my skills, including basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics and PCB design.
Questions
The position has to handle multiple fields, such as analog and digital electronics, and other basic software. Can you do it?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Cisco Intern Hardware Engineer role in Milan, Italy.
Success Rate
Cisco's interview process for their Intern Hardware Engineer roles in Milan, Italy is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Cisco's Intern Hardware Engineer interview process in Milan, Italy.
Cisco Work Experiences
- 4.0Helpful Mentor, Tough RecruitmentIntern Hardware Engineer • Former EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesMarch 23, 2017Pros: The location was good. The mentor was extremely helpful. They delegate projects effectively. It's a small team.Cons: very long and strenuous recruiting process,
- 4.0Good company, but no career growthSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeVimercate, ItalyOctober 29, 2025Pros: Smart working: you can choose your laptop, good benefits.Cons: Career uncertainties, inequalities with colleagues, low salary increases (manager dependent).
- 3.0Wage dumping, unknown career.Software Engineer • Current EmployeeVimercate, ItalyOctober 23, 2025Pros: Flexible hours. Younger environment compared to the average of other companies.Cons: Flexible hours are actually intended to make employees work as long as possible without paying overtime. The salaries are not aligned with: * Working hours * Quantity and quality of work required * Responsibilities for product quality These are masked by offering workers paltry "benefits," such as recreational activities during breaks and free snacks on some days of the week. It is unclear what leads to career advancement for employees.
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