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    WaveLogic Systems Design Architecture Intern

    Ciena · Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Summer 2026Summer 2027On-sitePaidPosted 2026-07-06
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    About the role#

    This is an 8-12 month internship role for the WaveLogic Systems Design Architecture team. The position is full-time, on-site in Ottawa, Ontario, and is open for terms starting between September 2026 and September 2027. This is a paid position.

    What you'll do#

    • Assist with Design Verification Testing (DVT), including optical performance, power consumption, and electrical performance.
    • Capture, post-analyze, and present data gathered during DVT tests.
    • Automate software test cases and conduct hands-on testing of features on optical modules using evaluation boards, GUIs, and Python scripting.
    • Identify technical issues and collaborate with hardware and software design teams to drive resolutions.
    • Provide feedback on designs to help drive improvements into optical modules.

    What you'll need#

    • Currently working towards a Bachelor's degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Programming, or a related field.
    • Working knowledge of Python.
    • Proficiency with the MS Office suite, specifically Word and Excel, including the ability to work with large data sets.
    • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and under direction.

    Preferred qualifications include:

    • Coding experience with MATLAB and Java scripting.
    • Experience or knowledge regarding lab test equipment.

    Location & details#

    • Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
    • Modality: On-site.
    • Term: 8-12 months (September 2026 – September 2027).
    • Compensation: $25.00 - $34.00 per hour.
    Relevant fields:Electrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringMathematicsPhysics

    About Ciena

    Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, Ciena is a public telecommunications company with a workforce of 5,001 to 10,000 employees. The firm develops adaptive networking systems, automation software, and connectivity services to manage data transmission and bandwidth demands. Its technical focus spans packet-optical transport, software-defined networking, cloud infrastructure, and submarine networking solutions.

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