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Nokia · 8 hours ago

Wi-Fi Research Intern

positionSunnyvale, CA
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
workcardStart in 2026 Spring

Nokia is a global leader in telecommunications and technology, and they are seeking a Wi-Fi Research Intern. In this role, you will participate in research for the next generation of Wi-Fi technology, contributing to innovative concepts and evaluations related to Wi-Fi 8 and Wi-Fi 9.

ElectronicsEnterprise SoftwareInternet of ThingsMobile DevicesTelecommunications
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Responsibilities

Take part in the research leading up to Wi-Fi 9
Take part in brainstorming on shortcomings of previous Wi-Fi generations, the KPIs that we should aim for and the new features which will get Wi-Fi 9 closer to meet these KPIs
Wi-Fi research comprises fundamental systematic research of exploratory nature for the development of next generation Wi-Fi technology, disrupting and superseding conventional approaches
Brainstorm and develop innovative MAC and PHY concepts for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8) and present these concepts to your team members
Research concepts and technologies for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8) and evaluate these concepts
Prepare contributions to IEEE 802.11bn

Qualification

Wireless communicationsC++ programmingPython programmingIEEE 802.11beIEEE 802.11bnWi-Fi knowledgeAI/ML expertiseWireless simulationsTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

Currently a candidate for a Master's, or PhD (i.e., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, etc.) or a related field with an accredited school in US
Strong wireless communications background (MAC and/or PHY)
Some exposure to IEEE 802.11be or IEEE 802.11bn is a plus
Strong C++ and Python programming skills
You like working in teams and have strong communication skills

Preferred

Deep knowledge of Wi-Fi
AI/ML expertise
Experience with wireless link or system simulations

Company

Nokia

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Nokia manufactures mobile devices, network infrastructure, and location-based technology for businesses. It is a sub-organization of Enscryb.
dateFounded in 1865
location
Espoo, Southern Finland, FIN
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.nokia.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.45B
Key Investors
European Investment BankNVIDIANational Telecommunications and Information Administration
2025-12-16Post Ipo Debt· $511.84M
2025-10-28Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2025-06-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B

Leadership Team

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Justin Hotard
President and CEO
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Victoria Hanrahan
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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