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Nokia Bell Labs · 6 hours ago

Bell Labs Optical Access Intern

New Providence, NJ

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Nokia Bell Labs is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era, advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. As an intern, you will learn about Passive Optical Networks and engage in research to enhance optical access technologies and their applications.

Telecommunications

Diversity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Learn all about Passive Optical Networks (PON), a cost-effective optical access technology that delivers broadband access to end-users

Explore inventive ways to realize higher speed optical access networks to support the increasing bandwidth and stringent demands of future applications

Research topics of interest include optical experimentation to characterize novel components, simulation of new access architectures, the use of coherent and digital signal processing in PONs, applications based on artificial intelligence, error correction schemes, sensing for PON and new sub-system architectures

Qualification

Digital Signal ProcessingTelecommunication systemsSimulation toolsMATLABPythonC/C++Experimental lab setupsHigh-end test equipmentResearch experience

Required

Currently a candidate for a Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field, with an accredited school in USA

You have a positive and open mindset and a strong drive to succeed

Exposure to telecommunication systems and technologies

Experience with experimental lab setups and high-end test equipment

Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing in the field of telecommunication (e.g., equalization, modulation, filtering, error correction, LMS algorithms)

Familiarity with simulation tools and programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C/C++)

Preferred

Demonstrated early research results through journal papers or other industry recognition

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working schemes to balance study, work, and life

Professional development events and networking opportunities

Well-being programs, including Personal Support Service 24/7 - a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations

Opportunities to join Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs) and build connections across the organization

Employee Growth Solutions, mentorship programs, and coaching support for your career development

A learning environment that fosters both personal growth and professional development – for your role and beyond