Product Development Intern​/Co-op

Position: Product Development Intern/Co-op
Number of Positions: 1
Duration: 4 months
Date: May 11th - August 21st, 2026
Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada

Education Recommendations:
Currently pursuing a PhD in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.

As Part of the Team You Will:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate DSP ASICs, analog high-speed ASICs, and optics for next-generation coherent pluggable modules.
• Develop and simulate algorithms to enhance system-level performance across innovative projects.
• Optimize existing algorithms to improve efficiency and functionality in practical applications.
• Build and maintain lab setups for calibration, characterization, and testing of advanced optical systems.
• Conduct performance measurements and analysis to provide actionable insights for product improvement.
• Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

You're a Great Fit If You Have:

• Advanced understanding of optimization algorithms and methods.
• Fundamental understanding of optical communication systems, photonic integrated components, and electronic circuits.
• Hands-on experience with system-level optical communication hardware.
• Proficiency in high-speed optical and electrical test equipment.
• Programming experience in MATLAB and Python.

• Job Category Corporate Services
• Posting Date 02/27/2026
• Degree Level Doctor’s degree (e.g PhD)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Type Fixed Term Student Trainee/Apprentice (3 months+)
• Job Identification 28574
• US/Canada Salary Range $41,184 to $91,184 CAD per year