Wi-Fi Research Co-op/Intern

Job Description

Position: Research Scientist Co-op/Intern – Bell Labs

Number of Positions: 2

Duration: 4 months

Date: January 12-May 22, 2026

Location: Sunnyvale.

Education Recommendations

Currently a candidate for a Master’s, or PhD (i.e., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, etc.) or a related field with an accredited school in US.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Wi-Fi research comprises fundamental systematic research of exploratory nature for the development of next generation Wi-Fi technology, disrupting and superseding conventional approaches.
• Brainstorm and develop innovative MAC and PHY concepts for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8) and present these concepts to your team members.
• Research concepts and technologies for IEEE 802.11bn (Wi-Fi 8) and evaluate these concepts.
• Prepare contributions to IEEE 802.11bn.
  
  

Key Skills And Experience

You're a great fit if you have:

• Strong wireless communications background (MAC and/or PHY).
• Some exposure to IEEE 802.11be or IEEE 802.11bn is a plus.
• Experience with wireless link or system simulations is a plus.
• Strong C and Python programming skills are a plus.
• You like working in teams and have strong communication skills.
  
  

About Us

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.