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Nokia Bell Labs · 1 day ago

Optical Communication Research Intern

New Providence, NJ

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Nokia Bell Labs is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era, pioneering breakthrough foundational technologies. The Optical Communication Research Intern will contribute to foundational studies and help translate theoretical insights into practical models relevant to optical communication technologies, engaging in exploratory work and collaborative research.

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Responsibilities

You will join our research team to contribute to high-quality foundational studies and help translate theoretical insights into practical models relevant to Nokia’s optical communication technologies

Throughout the internship, you will engage in exploratory work, collaborate closely with experienced researchers, and participate in hands-on development involving photon-counting statistical models, optical signal detection algorithms, and simulation of noisy optical channels

These efforts will allow you to build skills, gain exposure to real-world challenges, and deepen your knowledge of photon-limited communication, optical detection theory, and the physics of noise in optical systems

Likely focus areas include:

Modeling and simulation of Poissonian and thermal photon statistics

Deriving and evaluating probability-of-detection expressions for optical pulses in strong background noise

Developing and validating detection algorithms relevant to optical timing, sensing, and low-power communication

Qualification

Photon-counting modelsOptical signal detectionStatistical signal processingMonte-Carlo simulationProbability theoryResearch experienceClean code writing

Required

A candidate for a PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field with an accredited school in the USA

Demonstrated research experience with strong peer-reviewed publications

Ability to write clean, high-quality, maintainable code in research team environments

Experience working with statistical signal processing, Monte-Carlo simulation, probability theory

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