Hardware Developer Eng Co-op​/Intern

Number of Position(s):  7
Duration:  4 Months (possibly 8 Months)
Date:  May 4 to Aug 28, 2026 (to Dec 18 if 8 Months)

Location:

Onsite (Ottawa, Canada)

The team you will be a part of
The IP Routing division leads the industry with the best Network Processor technology (FP5), QoS, parallel processing, Network Function Virtualization, and product quality. Products cover the spectrum from small CPE devices supporting a few low-speed Ethernet links to carrier-class and datacenter-class systems supporting terabits of routing capacity. Our world‑leading technology enables us to offer customers 800GE and 1.6T links with unparalleled routing features.

Your responsibilities
As a student in the hardware group, you’ll work with an experienced team that designs, builds, and maintains hardware solutions for Nokia’s routing platforms. You’ll gain hands‑on lab experience working alongside hardware developers on the latest prototype circuit boards. In addition to technical guidance, you’ll be paired with a 1‑to‑1 mentor—your go‑to person for questions, feedback, insights into Nokia/team culture, and career conversations.

This is an on‑site position, and presence in the office is required.

As part of the team, you will:

Verify and debug circuit designs using oscilloscopes and other test gear

Test hardware under thermal and environmental conditions

Complete the final assembly of new prototype units

Qualify new circuit components

Develop custom automation scripts (Perl, Python, TCL) to control test equipment

Your skills and experience

Currently a 2nd or 3rd‑year candidate for a bachelor’s degree or diploma in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or a related field with an accredited school in Canada.  OR  Currently an Electronic Engineering Technology Student in Canada who has completed 4 semesters of school and one co‑op placement.

A solid foundation in hardware electronics concepts

Familiarity with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters

Have completed at least one co‑op work term, a 4‑month paid internship, or have equivalent paid work experience

A proactive attitude, a willingness to learn quickly, and the ability to grasp technical concepts with ease

It would be nice if you also had:

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

Good problem‑solving skills

Ability to manage tasks with minimal supervision

More information
Some of our benefits for students in Canada :

Flexible and hybrid working schemes to balance work and life

Professional development events and networking opportunities

Campus perks designed to make your student experience enjoyable and social, such as access to an onsite cafeteria, free employee parking, complimentary fitness centre, and sports facilities (volleyball, basketball, pickleball courts, ping pong, and employee leagues)

Well‑being programs, including Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations

Opportunities to join Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs) and connect with people who share your passions and values

Employee Growth Solutions, mentorship programs, and coaching support for your career development

A learning environment that fosters both personal growth and professional development – for your role and beyond

Nokia maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.
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