About the role#
Ericsson is hiring for a Radio SW Co-op position in Ottawa. This role is a full-time, paid internship starting in January 2027. We are looking for students who can commit to a 12 to 16 month term.
What you'll do#
- Develop production software.
- Create automated test cases to maintain legacy functionality.
- Build tools for development and troubleshooting using ML/AI capabilities.
- Perform software and hardware integration testing in the lab.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues identified during testing.
- Conduct hands-on nodal verification of delivered functionality.
- Review software designs and test plans.
- Report on test results.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a B.Sc. or M.Sc. program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- At least 2 years of your academic program completed.
- A minimum 2.7 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Experience with software development and debugging.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Perl, or Python.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- An unofficial copy of your transcript to upload with your application.
- Knowledge of AI/ML, wireless communication standards, embedded software, or hardware building blocks is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
About Ericsson
Ericsson is a telecommunications company based in Kista, Stockholm. Founded in 1876, the firm focuses on 5G, mobile broadband, and cloud infrastructure. It maintains a global presence with over 100,000 employees. The company develops network technologies and software for communication services.
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