Position: Optical Systems Co-op/Intern
Number of Position(s): 1
Duration: 12 Months
Date: September 2nd, 2025 to August 28th, 2026
Location: Ottawa, Canada

EDUCATIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Currently a candidate for a bachelor's, master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field with an accredited school in Canada.

Develop and test system-level and component-level test automation platform.
Conduct experiments and simulations to optimize system performance.
Analyze and interpret test data to identify and resolve design issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful integration of optical systems into products.
Document design and verification processes and results.

Technical Proficiency: Strong Python skills for automation, with knowledge of optical communication systems and methodologies for optical system design and verification.
Tools & Collaboration: Familiar with Git workflows and version control systems (e.g., GitHub, Bitbucket); effective team player with strong communication skills.
Analytical Strength: Excellent problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and a knack for identifying root causes.

It would be nice if you also had:

Collaborating in a Git environment
Experience with optical testing and measurement instrument.
Experience with database management such as SQL, no SQL or time series database
Experience in machine learning and large language models (LLM) is a plus.

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.
We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
Workplace Pride Global Benchmark

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia’s employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.
Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.

Additional Information

US/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
Health and dental benefits
Short-term disability, and long-term disability
Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Assistance Plan
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.

Disclaimer for US/Canada

Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity.(Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role)

All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.