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Nokia Bell Labs · 1 day ago

Wireless Systems 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, focused on advancing technology and innovation. The Wireless Systems Research Intern will research, develop, and test software modules for advanced wireless RAN systems while also troubleshooting wireless systems and performing data analysis.

Telecommunications

Diversity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Research, develop, modify, and test software modules for advanced wireless RAN systems (Layer 1, Layer 2, Layer 3)

Identify techniques for software optimization and build prototypes to prove the idea

Work hands-on to integrate, configure, maintain, and document lab experimentation hardware and implement proof-of-concept testbeds

Troubleshoot end-to-end wireless systems (e.g., log file analysis)

Carry out performance testing, data collection, and post processing / analysis

Qualification

Wireless communication systemsSoftware developmentC++PythonLinux server platformMatlabShell scriptingDistributed systemsGPU programmingDeep LearningCI/CDDockerKubernetesNetwork switch configurationWireshark

Required

Currently a candidate for a PhD or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field with an accredited school in the USA

Solid background in wireless communication systems

Expertise in one or more of the following: software development, computer architecture, parallel processing, and operating systems

Proficient in C++, Python, Matlab, Shell scripting

Experience with hands-on lab work on development, integration, and testing of distributed systems (e.g., Cloud RAN)

Experience with Linux server platform

Preferred

Some relevant industry experience and/or peer-reviewed publications

Experience with GPU (CUDA) programming and/or Deep Learning

Experience with building and deploying software (CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes etc.)

Experience with network switch configuration and tools like Wireshark

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