About the role#
Join the IP Routing Platform Test team for a 4-month internship during the Winter 2027 term. You will work within specialized sub-teams, such as Ethernet, Optics, Firmware, or System Test, to validate hardware and software features for high-capacity routers. This role offers hands-on experience with prototype equipment and real network scenarios, supported by one-on-one engineering mentorship.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to an IP Routing Platform Test sub-team to ensure product quality.
- Develop automated test cases in a Linux-based regression environment using Python and TCL.
- Configure high-capacity routers, including the 7750 Service Router and 7250 Interconnect Router product families.
- Test platform features and prototype hardware, such as router line cards and media adapters.
- Collaborate with testers and developers to identify, report, and resolve software and hardware defects.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science at an accredited school in Canada.
- Solid foundation in computer hardware and software architectural building blocks, with a focus on embedded systems.
- Demonstrated interest in networking and telecommunications.
- Software development skills, including programming, scripting, debugging, and experience with source control like Git.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Preferred: Knowledge of the OSI model, specifically Data Link and Network layers.
- Preferred: Working knowledge of L2/L3 networking protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and MPLS.
- Preferred: Experience with network security protocols, encryption, or using network protocol analyzers like Wireshark.
Location & details#
- Role: Service Router Test Student
- Duration: January 4th to April 30th, 2027 (4+ months)
- Modality: Hybrid (3 days per week in the office)
- Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship
About Nokia
Nokia provides technology for fixed, mobile, and transport networks. The company focuses on telecommunications, software, and services. It maintains headquarters in Espoo, Southern Finland. The organization operates as a public company with over 100,000 employees.
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