As a summer intern, you will join the Advanced Photonics Research Group to contribute to projects in optical communication and fiber sensing while gaining hands-on experience with optics and programming.
Number of Position(s): 2 ** Only for candidates from outside the US
Duration: 10 weeks
Date: June 1 – August 7, 2026
Location: Onsite in Murray Hill, NJ 07974, USA
The team you'll be part of:
The Advanced Photonics Research Group within Smart Network in Bell Labs advances the state of the art in high-speed and high-capacity optical communications systems and their underlying subsystems
Hands-on experience with optics and optoelectronics devices; experience in quantum communication, single-photon detection systems; multimode or multicore fibers and amplifiers; high-speed device design and experimentation; experience in digital signal processing are desired.
Education Recommendations
Currently enrolled as a candidate for a master’s degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field with an accredited school in the US.
As a summer intern, you will join our research organization and contribute to projects exploring the fundamental limits of optical communication and fiber sensing.
In this role, you will:
- Contribute to cutting-edge research in optical communication and fiber sensing
- Gain hands-on experience with advanced optics and optoelectronic devices
- Develop practical skills in digital signal processing (DSP) for high-speed systems
- Enhance basic programming skills by applying Python/ML tools to research
- Understand the operations of a premier research organization
- Strong motivation to learn new skills in fiber optics
- Basic programming skills
- Basic background in communication technology
It would be nice if you also had:
- Experience with Python programming is a big plus
- Experience with machine learning tools
- Experience with fiber optic communication system test beds
- Experience with FPGAs or GPUs as computing units for digital signal processing
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The Strategy and Technology organization drives Nokia’s future innovation by identifying value-creation opportunities, setting a unified company vision, and developing coherent business, technology, and architecture strategies. It establishes a research foundation for new products and solutions while providing critical infrastructure to support secure and effective execution across all Nokia business units.
Nokia Bell Labs, the world-renowned industrial research arm of Nokia has pioneered breakthrough foundational technologies over the past 100 years like the transistor, laser, Unix, and solar cell - shaping modern communications, computing and connectivity. Today, it drives innovation in AI, quantum computing, 6G, and space communications, bridging groundbreaking research to real-world applications with meaningful impact on society. With ten Nobel Prizes and five Turing Awards, Nokia Bell Labs continues to define the future of technology.
Our recruitment process
We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our 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.
If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.
The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.
Some of our benefits for students in the US:
- 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
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 3 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.
Top Skills
Digital Signal Processing
Fpgas
Gpus
Machine Learning
Python
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